3.5 ⭐

3rd person POV / Single timeline

*fantasy world
*Magical assassin-ish academy
*lore
*interesting magical system

*loveable characters
•2x strong, badass female protags

Kayden: bold, outspoken, snarky
Fay: powerful, enigmatic, leader


*pacing /^^^^\_____/^^^\___
Lots and lots of talking and telling with some good action parts.

Overall: Plenty of potential. Strong setting, characters and world. However, the writing depends heavily on telling and dialogue (questions and answers) to tell the story. Enjoyable all the same.

I wonder why it took me too long to pick up this book because I actually like it??? Morally Grey main character with strong determination and immense powers, the plot was interesting. This book needs more recognition it deserves

This was most certainly a journey to read. a page-turner of a book. from the character development to the engaging and entertaining plot, I did not want to put this hidden gem of a book down.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this e-Arc

A solid read with an overall good story. However, for me, the writing was a little clunky throughout. It wasn't smooth and fluid like I like my books, but this is a matter of personal taste.

I liked the characters, especially the character growth of Kayden throughout the book. However, I will see say that everything involving the characters is all quite predictable.