This book is addicting, thrilling and magically creative! You will want to finish this book in one sitting, and you'll want to reread it again and again! Karpov Kinrade does an excellent job at creating an epic sequel that leaves readers wanting more. You wouldn't expect a sequel to be better than the original, but KK keeps building on their story and leaving me breathless! Arianna is a wonderfully built character who has a personality and a mind of her own. She isn't your cookie cutter YA or adult novel star, she's an earth shattering, beautifully written character! She has many layers and will surprise you on her journey! The twists and turns of the plot will make any reader not want to put it down. This story is anything but boring, and that made me love it! I hate a story that slows down and creates a sense of boredom, this story makes sure you don't have that! Reading this book is important for the series and I would suggest reading the first novel if you are going to pick this series up. This book contains important information regarding background history of our realms and main character, but it needs the background of the first novel to serve it justice. Five out of five stars! Karpov Kinrade wows again! A must read for fantasy lovers!