Absolutely phenomenal. I had a difficult time putting it down once I dove in.

For something that's marketed to young adults, this felt like a mature read and touched on so many topics that speak to many regardless of age. I loved the fantastic world this took place in and all the worldbuilding gems throughout. I loved the diverse, complex female characters. I loved the plot constantly making me think one thing and leaving me pleasantly surprised with the outcome. I loved how the darker themes in the story were tastefully written and came from a place of quiet understanding and solidarity. I laughed, I gasped, I grumbled, I teared up. I loved Lei and so many other characters and related with all of them at once in an odd way.

My only complaints were that the first few chapters were a bit difficult to get into and that the story eventually ended.

I did not expect to fall so hard in love with this book as I did. Also the first time I immediately sought the second book and pre-ordered it instantly. Can't wait for November! Definitely one of the best novels I've read in a damn long time.