This was my first time picking up a dark fantasy, having been immediately drawn in by the synopsis, and what an entry into the genre it was! From the start, Elaenor is an engaging character, daring to hope of a better future in a world which has shown her little kindness. As the story goes on she is dealt one blow after another, and yet she somehow finds the strength to keep fighting, and keep striving for that better future she so desperately longs for.

It is by no means an easy read, and the author has been careful to lay out the trigger warnings at the beginning so do make sure to pay attention to these, but it is so well written. At no point did I feel as though anything happened just for 'shock value' as can sometimes be the case - everything has a reason behind it, and the motivations of the characters carrying out those actions, whilst not justifiable, are clear.

Filled with characters who evoke one feeling or another, surprising plot twists and an ongoing mystery, I would definitely recommend this to fans of dark fantasy or those looking to venture into the genre and I cannot wait to see how the story continues in book 2!

Thank you to Celaena Cuico for allowing me to read and review an ARC of this book.

Glass and Bone is due for release on 3rd October and is currently available for pre-order.