I received this book from the publisher as an ARC. Thank you!!

This novel was a very good read. The story is told from first person point of view. We see her struggles as she fights against her nature as a Heartless, one who's heart was taken by a witch. The Heartless serve the witch, since they become immortal, forget their past, and do not age unless their heart is returned to them. They protect the witches and are trying to prevent a war with the humans. Zera is sent on a mission by the witches to steal the heart of Prince Lucien d’Malvane. Zera agrees since she is trying to get her heart and those of two others. She is sarcastic, a thief, a fighter, and fighting the monster inside her. Lucien still grieves over the death of his sister, despises the royal court, and steals to help the poor of his city. When they meet, tensions fly. Both have agendas, but neither expected the feelings they would have for the other. The more time they spend together, the realize they both want to prevent war. However, Zera has been lying to all. When the times comes, will she be able to take Lucien's heart and let the monster win? The ending was something I did not expect!! I look forward to reading the next novel in the series!!