This was very nearly everything I hoped the sequel would be. There was a lot for our MCs to process in the first half, and I did get a little frustrated with them because it felt like an actual age passed, but the emotions were valid, heart-wrenching ,and so complex (just like they are).
So much growth for Oraya and so much love from Raihn.
I wasn't sure I loved the ending, but actually, I loved the ending.