This was a reread for me. Like with the first time, it took me a little while to get into it. It actually picked up at the exact same spot. At first I wondered why I enjoyed it so much that first time around and then the ball started rolling. I seem to have a thing for books about political intrigue. I loved Mare as a character and the two princes. Even though I knew it was coming, the betrayal still hurt and shocked me. I can’t wait to get to the next book. I remember loving it. I definitely want to finish the series this time around.