I really liked this book. 
 I mean, it's not perfect, but man definitely one of the best fantasy novels I've read in a really long time. 
 Sure, I got a little bogged down in the world building sometimes. But sometimes in a good way. Like getting swept up into everything. Especially once I had enough familiarity with things that I could sort of roll with it. There's definitely a learning curve, but it's so worth it. 
 And I enjoyed the main cast of characters too. Cat was a strong, sympathetic protagonist--and a good storyteller. I found myself liking Andevai in spite of everything and relishing in his slow and ongoing character growth. Bee definitely needed more screentime, but I feel as though that will be solved in the next installment. (And Rory... well. (view spoiler)[Rory kept being sent of to insurmountable circumstances and almost certain death so often I found myself making Doctor Who jokes and I don't even really watch that show...) (hide spoiler)] 
 But the thing I enjoyed most about the characters was that they had flaws. 
 Also, the politics and intrigue are just starting to come to a boil... so I'm really excited to see what happens next! I'm really loving all the shades of grey. And the lines surrounding honour and duty. And what it really means to be kin. 
 UGH. YES. I should've picked up the next book when I had the chance this weekend!