Beware that this series as a whole is very dark and brutal, has all kinds of violence, abuse, torture and rape scenes (a tad too much for me even), so just consider yourselves warned now.The review:Finally got around to starting the other series I knew from Ariana Nash, and oh wow what a rollercoaster this was! I need more, more, right now! But of course I knew to expect a great story from this author already, so I went in with high expectations. So many emotions, with all the frustration, happiness, despair, anxiety, fear, hate, anticipation, all topped of with an ending I dare anyone to read and not be left with impatience for more. The narration was also of course on point with one of my fave narrators, elevating the story to even better heights. I had few minor gripes, but considering I couldn't help but finish this in one go because I was so hooked, I think that speaks for itself. This one slightly echoes C.S. Pacat's "Captive Prince" series.