This was on my to-read list for a while and I got it as part of package of used books. I enjoyed the book a lot. The world felt fresh and plausible, the characters are not too young, they feel fleshed out and the story was also entertaining. The story is capable people saving the day, which I feel is half-way to the "Chosen One" trope. I do enjoy this, but if you don't, be aware. I think I'll continue the series at some point. The other books are not mainly from Shara's POV, which is what I liked in this book. But I enjoyed the world so much I probably have to return.