— Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! —

I was drawn in by the gorgeous cover, but I stayed for the characters.

The setting is delightfully whimsical, reminding me of Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke by Studio Ghibli, with its enchanting spa town where spirits, magical creatures, and humans coexist, all tied together by a deep connection to nature. It truly felt like stepping into a world that’s both familiar and full of magic.

The chaotic trio of bisexual disasters stole my heart! I absolutely loved how, despite the old-school, folkloric setting, the story tackles gender and sexuality with a refreshingly modern, unproblematic lens. This beautiful contrast added so much depth to the characters and made the entire experience even more immersive and compelling.

There’s a lot going on in this book, and I devoured every breadcrumb (clue) the author sprinkled throughout. Watching the story unravel before my eyes was pure joy.

My only 'complaint'? I’d happily stay in this world forever. I went into this book thinking it was a standalone, but realizing it’s the start of a series just made me more excited for what’s next!