*I received an eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*

I didn't realize when I requested this that it was the third book in a series based on an RPG, I just saw new Marie Brennan and immediately wanted to read it.

I do think I would have enjoyed this more if I knew the lore and had read the first two books; however, this plot does stand on its own. There are just smaller relationship and world building aspects that would have been more impactful with more backstory. I liked the Asian inspired world and thought the plot moved at a good pace. Marie Brennan's writing is phenomenal as always, and was by far my favorite part of this story. 

If I get the chance, I'll go back and read books 1 and 2, but for the time being I am satisfied with having just read this story.