This was a unique story and I enjoyed the mix of magical elements and literature references in this story. The magical elements were uncommon and a refreshing change. Iliad was a great heroine with a powerful talent to bring words to life and her life interest was dark and brooding, however she did miss her big cue when she said she loved stories with that type of hero and the love interest that saves him. The political stuff was a little dry, but overall a good story.

Thank you netgalley, the publisher, and Judith Bouilloc.

This story was very unique. There were so many twists and it kept me guessing what would happen next. I read it in one sitting because I couldn't put it down! I absolutely adored the mmc and her grandmother.