There were pros and cons with the book. Preble's debute novel is a great start for a first book. I loved the fact that the story was based on Anastasia (a fav of mine) and a Russian folk tale. Everything seemed to be explained about the folk tale, There were a few confusing parts about what was going on with the magic and such and I never fully understood why the brotherhood had magic but beyond that it was a great page turning novel. 
 I have to say having a romance novel where the people aren't trying to jump in bed from first sight was nice and I LOVED the ending. Great book.