Good! This simple word holds a world of meaning. It can express approval, satisfaction, or a positive attitude. When we say "good," it can bring a smile to someone's face and make them feel valued. It can also be used to describe something that is of high quality or in a favorable condition. For example, a good book, a good meal, or a good day. The power of "good" should not be underestimated. It has the ability to brighten up our lives and make those around us feel better. So, let's spread the word "good" and use it more often to create a more positive and harmonious world.

I really really liked the most important moments of this book. However, a significant portion of it seemed to drag on. I decided to round up to 4 stars because I did have enough enjoyment at the beginning and end that it brought a tear to my eye. But still, the slow pace of this book, especially when compared to the first one, was almost enough for me to give up on it. If my relatives hadn't hyped up the ending so much, I might have indeed dnf-ed (did not finish) it. To be fair, the ending was really good. It managed to tie up the loose ends and provide a satisfying conclusion. Overall, despite the slow parts, the book had its redeeming qualities that made it worth reading.

~ 3.75 ☆

This book is truly awesome.

Near the conclusion of the book, several characters are loudly proclaiming their loyalty to Mara, and I find myself sitting there thinking, "me too!!". Mara is without a doubt one of my all-time favorite protagonists. The manner in which she deftly utilizes her cultural upbringing, her unique perspective and sharp intelligence, as well as the perspectives of others, to challenge the established order and combat her foes in unexpected ways is simply outstanding.

I am awarding this book a score of 9.5/10. While it did feel a bit overly long in certain sections, and there was a minor quibble I had with the ending, it is without question one of the finest political fantasy books I have ever had the pleasure of reading.

It has left a lasting impression on me and I highly recommend it to all fans of the genre.

Even though I truly relished reading this book,

it unfortunately suffered from a lack of unpredictability.

Every single plan that was devised seemed to unfold with seamless precision.

I had this glimmer of hope that at some point, there would be an unexpected failure to add a touch of excitement and realism to the story.

However, much to my disappointment, it never materialized.

There was not a single instance where things deviated from the expected path.

This predictability, while not necessarily ruining the overall experience, did prevent the book from reaching a higher level of engagement and intrigue.

It made me yearn for a more adventurous and unpredictable narrative that would keep me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.