Goodreads review: "5 stars. This novel's pacing and thoughtful use of language truly set this world apart from anything else I have read in the genre...

I am definitely looking forward to the rest of the trilogy to see how the well established characters continue to grow "

Goodreads review: "I really enjoyed this. I didn't know much going into it but what a wonderful story I discovered...

As it is the first book in a series, and one with a fairly complex magic system, I appreciated how much time was devoted to the world building. There were some well crafted scenes to expose new elements of the world and its magics and it felt like we were learning about it all along side the main character.

The main character, Rayanne, is a walking ball of overstimulation and it gave an interesting view of the world. Her discomfort in many of the situations was palpable and she felt so real that so was her anguish. I loved her growth throughout the story and the way she learnt to be more comfortable in her skin then more she could be her true self. I also liked how she pushed back against her chosen path and wanted to find her own way in her new world.

Found family is everything and I love the one Rayanne was forming by the end of this. Everyone needs an Amelia in their corner...

There was a lot going on in the story and definitely moments when I didn't feel like I could trust any of the characters. So much mystery and intrique...

The neurodivergence in this story was wild and I loved the representation...

All in all, a fantastic read and I can't wait for the next book."

Goodreads review: "This book places a strong focus on the development of the main character, which was definitely one of the aspects I enjoyed the most...

I also really enjoyed some of the trials. Because the protagonist is often in a heightened state of tension and stimulation, that feeling carries directly over to the reader. There was one particular moment where I felt genuinely nervous and anxious, to the point where my heart was racing...

In terms of downsides, the book has a slower pace, which might not work for everyone. Personally, I didn’t mind it and actually enjoyed being able to dive deeper into the world and the character’s learning process, but I can understand why it might not appeal to all readers."