The beginning felt very choppy to me that I was having a hard time settling in. I really enjoyed the middle portion of this book, I loved Alina and her profession, the gothic vibes and even though the love interest was twisted I was rooting for them. I absolutely hated the 3rd act!! Also the ending was super rushed to me?! And just didn't make sense from Silas character development we were seeing as their relationship progressed. I hated him, loved him, then absolutely loathed him and hope Alina NEVER forgives him! Highlight of this book was definitely Alina and her perseverance through all the trauma she has endured.