Gorgeous. There's no other word for this book. From the ingenious use of classical mythology to the very real and lovable characters, even the lyrical Victorian writing, everything about this novel is gorgeous. 
 Very few characters have drawn me in like Percy Parker. I adored her from the start, I yearned to protect her, to root for her. Rebecca I related to completely, and I rooted for her too. And Alexi... how to describe the simmering, brooding hero? He is the darkness to Percy's light, her perfect complement, not to mention he's just insanely sexy. But it was Michael I really fell in love with, his gentleness, his giving nature, his adorably mussed hair. And Elijah I adored like a goofy little brother. My heart even went out to poor lovelorn Jane. I have rarely been so enthralled with a group of characters. They became my family, and I never wanted it to end. 
 The plot is spellbinding, written in perfectly arranged prose, with complex motivations and events playing out toward an inevitable end. Just enough twists to surprise, but never unbelievable. The romance is a part of the plot, it never overshadows it, never overwhelms the jaded reader. Even though it's classified as romance, it would probably be more aptly named as fantasy. The intricate weave of classical mythology and magical abilities makes it all the more fascinating. 
 The level of content would make this more than appropriate for young adult readers as well. Anyone 14 and up should read this, immediately.