5.0
adventurous informative medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

There were so many things I loved about this book. THIS...this is the ultimate enemies to lovers story!!


The political intrigue, plot and worldbuilding were both very good. 
The sexual tension between the main characters, Shen Zechuan and Xiao Chiye  were mixed with the perfect blend of strong hatred that they had for one another.

 The two are meant to be sworn enemies, both hating one another and wanting one another dead. Of course, while spending time hating one another and squaring each other up, they also learn to understand one another and begin to form a deeper connection.

I will admit that the politics in this one was very confusing and the overall world took time to get used to as i continued reading. But it was still a very enjoyable story overall.