This was a really strong second book in this series. Two of my favorite things about this book: 1) we get to see more of Sophia's brother Nicholas who has been some what of a mystery during this Royal series. And 2) I love that Pax is falling so hard for Sophia and doesn't know what to do with that. I loved the tension between Pax and Nicholas. This was a great second book and I can't wait to get book 3!