This was a great start to a series I cannot wait to continue reading. It is set in the same world as the Shadows and Crowns series, though it is not necessary to read first. SM Gaither had a talent for writing about found family and that proves true in this book as well. Alaya ventures on her journey of self discovery and adventure with her found family. I enjoyed the banteru between Alaya and the prince. The book ends on a cliff hanger that makes me excited to pick up the next book in the series! Would absolutely recommend!