I LOVED THIS BOOK! I loved this book! Did I mention I loved this book??? It was everything I hoped it would be and more. Romance, action, humor, and just..... (sighs) everything. Ildiko and Brishen are definitely now one of my favorite couples. They could've let their arranged marriage be the nightmare everyone thought it would be, but they made the best of it and entered it with honesty and built a great friendship that then turned into a great, fierce, and loyal love. Their banter was so adorable. From the beginning Brishen was ready to lay down his life for Ildiko, so naturally I was loving him from the start and I couldn't help but admire Ildiko's strength, quick thinking, and want to get to know her new people. The queen was such a soulless monster. I was hoping someone would bludgeon her most of the book. The action was awesome.... I mean the Kai have razor sharp teeth and claws, so you already know their battles are bloody. The ending was great and doesn't leave you hanging, but definitely leaves you pining for book 2.