EDIT 24/12/19: in retrospect, it seems that this, alongside [b:Qiye|17669288|Qiye|Priest|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1364023316l/17669288._SX50_.jpg|24666180], was one of her earlier books. it has none of the complexity and nuance and confidence that her later books gain.

Much shorter than Sha Po Lang and Guardian but still very enjoyable. I love Priest's complex plot, characterization and world building. She's so creative and her character analysis is always realistic.