I really liked this book, just as I liked the first two. However, like so many reviewers, I, too, prefer Dorian to Kiyo (in fact, I think I'm in love with Dorian). But I understood Eugenie's sense of betrayal when Dorian tricked her even if it was in her best interest. Nobody likes to be manipulated and, honestly, I felt a little betrayed by Dorian, too (does he love her or is she is pawn?). But I was disgusted that Eugenie hopped into bed with Kiyo as revenge. Sigh! Why couldn't she have at least talked to Dorian first and heard his side of the story?? 
 Actually, I'd say this is the book where Eugenie goes from human heroine to royal bitch. For example, why did she have to be so nasty to the assassin? Would it have killed her to be courteous? Plus, I felt betrayed by the author for making the baby Kiyo's. Why hurt Dorian this way? And finally, I was frustrated by Eugenie's waffle on abortion. Make up your mind, woman. 
 BUT, through all of that, I still had a great time reading this! A REALLY great time! At the end of the day, I have faith that the author won't let me down and that Dorian will eventually get the girl (in the final book of the series) and a child (I bet one of those twins is his). So, I appreciate that these two have to be separated if only to be reunited later. In fact, I rather like these two better when they are apart but yearning/flirting with each other. I can roll with that.