The main character Quell must struggle to control her fears if she is to succeed at banishing her magic. After narrowly escaping her most recent assassination attempt, Quell must visit the only person who can keep her safe, her grandmother. The only thing is she does not know her.  But Quell must conform to her Grandmother’s reign in order to protect and save her mother. 

I enjoyed the originality of this book. Filled with fantasy, secrecy and the ever changing relationship between family and friends. This book would be perfect for YA or coming of age readers. Having a great deal of heart and little to no spicy this story is perfect for transporting readers into a world filled with dragons and magic. The character development and settings in this book is wonderful and keeps the reader intrigued until the very end. 

 

*Thank you to J. Elle, PENGUIN GROUP Penguin Young Readers Group | Razorbill and Netgalley for the ARC copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.