My heart breaks for Sabine, Basten and even Rian. The delicate balance struck between their interpersonal relationships and the overarching power struggle builds immeasurable tension that never ceases to lurk in the back of my mind. The moment you believe you know where the story is going, there’s a fork in the road, building new possibilities for the outcome. There are many plot points left to be answered in the next book and I can’t wait to dive back into this beautifully woven world. 5/5