Very impressive start!
I have mixed feelings about the cover. This shade of purple is gorgeous, but the juxtaposition of the gold scorpion in the lotus is interesting. I think I'd have to read the whole book to know what it means, but the two chapter excerpt is enough to make me want to do that!
I like Hen and Zahru. My heart hurt when she was saying bye to her father, and also to Gallus.
I like Hen and Zahru. My heart hurt when she was saying bye to her father, and also to Gallus.