I finished this book a few days ago, and can't stop thinking about it. The mark of a successful read. I received this book from OwlCrate, and if I hadn't I'm not sure that I would have picked it up. Very glad I did. Astrid Scholte has crafted superbly realized women in this novel, both the various (soon to be dead) queens, and Keralie, our protagonist. Living life as a thief and grifter, Keralie suddenly finds herself with knowledge about the upcoming murders of the rulers of Quadara, and must save her land. I was fully immersed in Scholte's writing, and couldn't stop reading to find out what was going to happen. There was indeed a twist that I did not see coming, and it ramped up the book in a really exciting way.
I highly recommend this YA novel for fans of mysteries, fantasy reads and strong heroines. Girl. Power.
I highly recommend this YA novel for fans of mysteries, fantasy reads and strong heroines. Girl. Power.