I am so very in awe of this book and of Melina Marchetta. 
 I gave Finnikin of the Rock 5/5 because I thoroughly enjoyed it, I wish I could give this book more than that because I enjoyed it even more! 
 I was very hesitant to read this book after reading Finnikins story, because I was not a very big fan of Froi from that book. 
 This story is told so beautifully and we witness his shame, his past and his nature in such a way that it is impossible not to develop a fierce love for Froi. He is so very real. By far my favourite character in the series! We witness his demons, his desire to belong and his fierce loyalty. He has no pretenses or delusions about who he is. And he tries so hard to be better. 
 I was so engrossed with his story that every time I came to a new chapter I was disappointed when it was from another POV, but after one page I was completely lost to the new voice because all of these characters are compelling, honest and so real. I am so invested in all of their stories. 
 This book is a fantasy master piece, spanning kingdoms and involving countless amazing characters. If Quintana of Charyn is anywhere near as good I think that I have found my new favourite author! 
 I am already planning a reread of this book, it was THAT good.