5/5 
 I originally wasn't going to read this book but then I saw it on the shelf in the library and thought, "Why not?" I LOVED the cover but wasn't sure if I'd like the book and I gave it a chance. I gave a solid 4 stars in the beginning and slowly the book worked it's way up to a 4 1/2. 
 The world building is awesome and I'm a sucker for the power feud royalty and the elite play. It's very Game of Thrones to me. Backstabbing and murder are taken to an art form and you look fabulous and snide while you do it-- what's not to love? 
 There were a few lulls and sometimes I had to remind myself of who a few minor characters were, but I loved it. I even liked the romance involved. I also loved the character growth and I liked the ending(although I am concerned as to how the next book will be since this had such a great stand-alone type ending). 
 Nemesis made the book a 5. I love her. She's a tough, passionate, dangerous fighter that still manage to have a soft spot for a dog beast thing.the dog lover in me bonded with her. 
 Also, who wouldn't want those cool hair things that fix it for you? One can dream.