3.5*

This book should kick off a world of books. I want to know more. I want to go on an adventure after this.

The book though was neat. I wish I had read the pronunciation guide first. I wrestled with many words the entirety of the book. Reading the vocab section it all clicked.

The book is nearly complete in its emperors domain. Very little explored outside of it which is why the world leaves me wanting. The main character is also an 18-19yr old male figure but has some deep mother issues I ponder if they would have resolved earlier or at least not had so many watery eyes moment. Maybe that's just the guy in me.

Again. Good early world and culture building. Hope the author explores it more and shows more of its secrets.