I had a lot of mixed feelings while reading this book, though the experience was overall positive. The primary concept and events directly related to it were very exciting and engaging. I have absolutely nothing to critique regarding the main course of events. Truly wonderful. 
 However, I felt there was a lot of unnecessary description that at times made the book really drag on. Description that didn't make me feel anything, or envision anything relevant or useful. Every time one of those segments came on, it was exceedingly difficult to pay attention. I'd completely lose any interest, wondering how it was relevant in the slightest and wanting to skip it... But I didn't skip anything. I'd give a solid example, but I forgot to bookmark any of them. Vaguely, I can point out the introduction to what I assume will be the malevolent character in the next book. Once she finally began describing said character, it was fine, but everything leading up to that was a complete waste of words. 
 The only other thing I had a problem with was the final scene. It was so cliche and terrible I was rolling my eyes into next year. And it's only February. Out of all the ways to tie up that final loose thread--why Mrs. Bray?! 
 I'm not sure if I'll read the sequel because I expect there will be similar levels of irrelevant content. But this one was definitely #worth so I might feel up for it when I can get my hands on it.