I have never in my life been so upset that a series is over. Rachel Gillig is an instant buy author for me now. Of course, I can't say too much about the sequel without spoiling the first book, but this is everything I could have wanted & more. It look me a minute to get into the first book & understand the magic system but book 2 had me hooked from the start. The side characters of the first book were explored so beautifully and the adventure had me on the edge of my seat. I found myself cheering for the romance and yelling at the antagonists. I was feeling every feeling at 100%. I will hear no negative comments about this book.