** spoiler alert ** 
 This was a pretty good sequel to the first novel. I like this series, I like this world and it's magic system and I like the characters. 
 Loved the plot in this one and I like it that Cornelius is now working for Nevada, I also like that there may be a House Baylor soon. 
 Although Caesar didn't officially make an appearance in this novel, I have a strong inkling we've actually seen him appear. I believe Caesar is Linus Duncan the man that expressed his condolences to Cornelius at the start of the novel. He somehow fits the mold to me given all we've learned about that conspiracy and their goals, and I don't think it was random Nevada and Cornelius met him. 
 To quote: "Linus Duncan," Cornelius said. "Very old, very powerful House. He used to be the Speaker of the Upper Chamber. The most powerful man in Houston. Until they drove him out." 
 "Why?" 
 "Because he was honest and he tried to change the Assembly for the better," Cornelius said. 
 Anyway looking forward to the next book!