Book Reviews
(Starred review) Arden’s gorgeous prose entwines political intrigue and feminist themes with magic and folklore to tell a tale both intimate and epic, featuring a heroine whose harrowing and wondrous journey culminates in an emotionally resonant finale.
Publishers Weekly
[The first two books] were both LibraryReads picks. Here's betting that this wrap-up to the trilogy will make the list, too, as Moscow smolders and Vasya struggles to contain both the angry Grand Prince, readying for war, and a dangerous demon.
Library Journal
Visceral descriptions of battle, an atmospheric sense of place, and some truly heartbreaking moments of loss make this a gut-wrenching read, but there’s ample hope and satisfaction to be found as Vasya chooses her own unique path to triumph.
Booklist
(Starred review) A satisfying conclusion to [Arden's] trilogy…. A striking literary fantasy informed by Arden's deep knowledge of and affection for this time and place.
Kirkus Reviews