This story was INTENSE. 
 It is true that the book starts a bit slow, but I think it was necessary so we could bond with the brothers and feel the love they have for each other. I WANT SIX BROTHERS too, without the curse of course. It's just that the connection they have is amazing. 
 The writing style is similar to that of a fairy tale, ringing musical and magical, but which turns dark all of a sudden. This is not a young adult book. It has graphic description of rape and some intense moments I loved the way it was written and how much care was given to make the characters unique and complex. Although there are 6 brothers, each one of them has his own voice and personality, and the same happens to all the characters. As you accompany Sorcha in her quest, you share her rollercoaster of emotions as if they are your own, mainly how she feels for her brothers and her mission. At the end (view spoiler)[ When all the brothers were nagging Red about how he didn't protect her I wanted to scream at them "You weren't there for her either! You didn't protect her, so let her be! She has been by herself for 3 years suffering for your sake, let her do what she wants! That's the least you can do to repay her" (hide spoiler)] 
 I feel some things were left unresolved, but there are 5 more books so I'm hoping to have some closure in the future.