2.5 stars

I have mixed feelings about this one. It's a Sera Trevor book and I love her writing and I so wanted to love it. But it didn't do it for me at all.

I loved the magical aspect of the world. I would have loved to read more about Laurel's connection to the Goddess and what he could do with the powers he had.
But, most of the book I spent being frustrated with prince Paurick and his obliviousness and selfishness. Because of that I also couldn't really enjoy his and Laurel's falling in love either - I just couldn't see what was there for Laurel to fall in love with. I liked Laurel and didn't think Paurick deserved him at all. I was actually cheering when Laurel chose the temple and his faith instead of the prince! When Paurick finally "changed" I couldn't really bring myself to care - it was too little too late. ( )