4/5

It took a while to get used to the writing style and even then there was a bit of an awkwardness with reading it, but the story itself was great. I loved watching Maia navigate the courts and power structure while still trying to stay true to himself and do what he thinks is the right thing.
I think he was certainly lucky to have a good mentor right from the start who was able to steer him in good directions rather than run headfirst into trouble, but it did result in a lot less tension as there was never any real danger. It was certainly written for an audience who expects a more lighthearted dip into medieval politics.
Overall I loved the story but struggled with the prose itself.