Review: This fantasy is a good surprise!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 6, 2013
I  found myself enjoying the plot and characters in this fantasy. I was so caught up in the plot that I was hugely disappointed when it ended. Hopefully the next book is not too far away. However there were some parts toward the end which came off abrupt but by no means distractions. Also there were a few typos but not glaring. As for the protagonist, Prince Ingram is very likable. His struggles to earn his father's love and respect, his hurts each time he was rejected and even ridiculed added a lot of depth to this character. The mysterious Lord Mallory is equally likable and I especially like the revelation towards the end even if I anticipated it. I would not mind if the sequel is from Mallory's point of view but the switch could really test the writer's skill. I like that there was no blatant sex scene which fit their romance and the tone of the story. I like the pace of their growing love, expressed in words and genuine concerns. I also like the touch of family drama entwined in this plot of deceit and treachery. I would have preferred there to be more magic but this will most likely be amended in the second book with the identity revelation. Good stuff.