This was a strong start to the Satori Chronicles series, it had everything that I was hoping for from the description. It had everything that I was looking for about the characters and thought the world was wonderfully done. I was engaged with the story and how the characters worked with them. It left me wanting to read more in this world and from Amy Sundberg.

I have a lot of feelings about this book. I love science fiction and I love historical (Regency/Victorian) fiction. This had both, however, it didn't seem to have enough of each for me. The story started out fairly strong - teen girl is prim and proper on her alien planet but secretly longs for more. She incorporates a little "She's the Man" as she tends to masquerade as her brother sometimes to get a bit of freedom. Enter galactic politics and an arranged marriage, and the drama begins to unfold.

The story captivated me enough to finish it but I will admit it is not without faults. It definitely has a bit of a debut author feel to it; too much of the story lines up just perfectly to carry you to the next section, for example. I also wish there was more focus on the political dynamics and opportunities for the main character to truly show herself as a strong protagonist. Some of this was lost too quickly when it could have been developed more.

Trigger Warning - SA intention.

This story was a great read. Initially I was confused by the treatment of the people like that of the Victorian era but is it not on Earth that this story takes place. I love the futuristic equipment and how the strength of one girl changes the course of history. Is her family betrayed and did she do it or was it already meant to be? It was exciting to read about all the falseness and secrets the family was part of to keep their status is society. I loved the love story between Sienna and Burke especially since I was not expecting it.