A group sets out to save a friend from fae constructs. If I say any more it will spoil the story. This is a story of honour and courage that isn't your average fantasy novel. The ideas raised stay with you for a long time and the story is really enjoyable. The background is detailed and affects the atmosphere.
Characterization focuses on several characters of different sexes whose lives are intertwined.
The characters are developed over time. There are memorable and important secondary characters. The ending is ambiguous. Leith, Prince of the Isles, has bad luck. Very bad luck.