4.5 stars.

This book was beautifully written. I struggled, at times, with the pacing of the story, and some of the content (based on the terrible nature and basis in truth it has). I did love most of the characters, and despite the ones who showed terrible acts and treatments of others, they served their purpose in this book well.

I will continue to pick up more Ami McKay in the future. A recommended read for sure!