The cover of this book is somewhat of an improvement over the last one. The writing remains excellent.

This story picks up right after Melusine. We learn a lot more about the world the characters live in, particularly some of its history, which is quite interesting. The format is the same, alternating between the two main characters.

After I finished Melusine, I liked it so much I had to run out and buy this one in hardcover. It was worth it. There's not much to say other than that book is as good as Melusine.