The Floating World - scifi and Celestial

Where do I begin?? This was a fantastic departure from The Girl who fell beneath the Sea. This first part of a duology, weaves in mines of mithril with Celestial maidens to create an elysian floating world. Axie Oh's supporting cast once again bring such vivid hues to the storytelling, with Yurhee and Jaeil, being my top favorites.

The story marries powerful yet powerless themes for both main characters who have each suffered loss and are broken in their own way.. Ren, a troupe performer, is on the hunt of a cure for her demon-attacked uncle.. and Sunho, is a mercenary seeking his brother.. with slow burn tension simmering throughout and a crescendo of an ending, this book is exciting and unputdownable!!!

Thank you Netgalley and Feiwel and Friends for sharing the ARC!!