This book was such a wonderful read. There are very few authors that can write characterizations in such a real way that you can't step back and see them as anything other than a fully realized person. I found myself becoming frustrated with Durkhanai at the beginning and then very invested in her growth as a person toward the end. She always felt real even when I was annoyed with her. The mystery is well done and I liked that even when given the information through other characters my doubts echoed and were tied to Durkhanai's.

The setting was beautiful and I loved seeing the world through the eyes of the main character. Her love of her home reflects the love that the author has for her own home.

This book is perfect for anyone who likes political intrique and build up of a mystery to the action and reveal at the end. I was so invested that I immediately picked up the next book.