Wow, where do I start with this review!? 
 I feel like I am one of the last people on the planet to have read this series, so I shall dispense with an overview of this book. What I will say, however, is that this a seamless blend of the best of a myriad of genres, conjoined into a YA masterpiece! 
 The protagonist, Celaena Sardothien, has her flaws but she is raw and real. She is a strong advocate for and example of female independence, and her feisty spirit makes reading from her perspective refreshing and simulating. The entire cast, in fact, bring their own exciting addition to the plot and the good/bad binary was hard to discern when all outlooks were valid. 
 The plot is fast-paced, the intrigue is high, the world is well-structured and this features an original magic system, a smattering of mystical beings and some swoon-worthy love interests. What is not to love!?