I was completely obsessed with the setting and world building of this story. Even if it's not the type of book that explains the mechanics behind the magic, it all felt fresh and intriguing.

The whole concept of the wood was awesome, and it really made me wish this was maybe a duology. It was so rich that I felt that you really could come up with a lot more in it.

The only flaw of this book is that its romance was very whatever. Instead of random ~sexual tension~ scenes we could've had them actually bonding and becoming friends, and I think that would've not only made more sense, but been way more unique.

Overall, it made me curious to read other books by the author and it's a great addition to my list of grim fantasy.