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I didn’t think this book was quite as good as the first in the series. The good things: the developing relationship between Poppy and Casteel; Poppy’s continued growth now that she is without chains; good steamy scenes; Kieran and his family; somewhat interesting world history/building; secrets dropped at unexpected times; the action (when it happens); cliffhanger ending suitable for keeping me interested in the next

Penellephe (Poppy) has always been told that she is the Chosen, the Maiden. She is to remain pure, untouched, unfriended, unexperienced, going through her life either in her room with her designated companion or escorted by her guards to her lessons with the Duke and the high priestess. Most don’t even know what she looks like, because she’s required to wear a veil any time