4.5 out of 5 stars! 
 The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski was a stay up all night to finish kind of book! It took me a little while to get into this story. About half way through I was hooked! 
 The Winner's Curse follows Kestrel and her slave Arin as they both attempt to navigate their roles in society. Kestrel's father is General Trajan. At every turn he tries to convince Kestrel to join him in the military. Kestrel purchases Arin at auction. He tries to stay away but the pull to Kestrel is too strong. 
 I cannot say much more without spoilers but AHHHH IT IS SO GOOD! I am nervous now though because I have heard such negative reviews about the second book in the series, The Winner's Crime. I know I have to continue reading but I really hope I enjoy it though it seems not many readers have!