I've enjoyed this author's books before, so I was eager to read this one. Set in an alternate version of Europe, that's still recognizable for all the players, this story follows a young princess as she's betrothed to a younger prince and discovers that her family isn't exactly as it seems.

This book read like a lush, streaming period drama, full of characters you'll want to love (and some you'll be happy to loathe), and comeuppance aplenty. Filtered throughout the story are snippets from a book from the world talking about cooking, and talk of the food will have your mouth watering. If you enjoy cheese--and who doesn't?--the many varieties which find themselves in this story will have you wishing for your own platter.

The book ends with a good resolution--no cliffhangers here--but certainly ready to pick up next installment when it releases. I can't wait to return to this world.