1. I was easily able to keep track of the characters.
2. A big bad problem was solved at the end of the book, so there's nice closure while plenty of other plates are in the air to make me want to read what happens next.
3. Both POV characters are women. This seems like a rarity and I'd like to read more of it.
The world-building is strong and the magic system is well thought out. Some of what happens is really creepy and I would say this book has elements of Horror. In total coincidence, part of the magic in this book involves people becoming stone statues, an element that is also in the KDrama Alchemy of Souls that I just finished watching.
What do you think? Have you read anything else by Beth Cato or are you looking for a new fantasy book to read?
5 Stars
