In writing terms, this is another quality banger from Vo. Gorgeous and filled with raw emotions. But it took a long time for this book to kick off for me. I didn't feel connected to the main character until about 70% of the way in. Looking back on it, I did enjoy the experience of a demon rebuilding her beloved city over the course of centuries. But I didn't truly Get it for too long. I suspect I'll enjoy this more on a reread. 3.75 stars.