I absolutely adored this book—not just for the adventure, but because Mazen and Loulie stole my heart. Their dynamic kept me hooked, even when I found myself craving more depth in their emotions. The story moves fast, sometimes too fast, brushing past moments that begged to linger.

I wanted to sit with these characters, to feel the weight of their realizations and heartaches. Why has Mazen seemingly moved past his panic attacks over his father’s death? Where’s the raw, emotional reunion between Loulie and Qadir? And Aisha—does she feel the ache of loneliness, the absence of true connection? These questions simmer beneath the surface, waiting to be explored.

And please, please, let Mazen and Loulie have a real heart-to-heart in book three. The tension, the longing—it’s all there, and I need that romantic payoff!

That said, this book was still an absolute thrill. If you’re looking for a story filled with magic, intrigue, and characters that will stay with you long after the last page, this is one you won’t want to miss.