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This was a bit confusing first, it took some time to remember what's this world and who were these characters. It could have been explained a bit more so it would have been easier to relate to the story & characters.

Soon after the beginning it was easier to feel for Coriane, who felt herself as an outsider. This had some darker undercurrents.

For a short novella this was a decent read and a bit twisted ending made it for me.

This was heartbreaking. The perspective you get about Cal's mother is sad and almost even ends like a horror story

Well that certainly was a depressing and tragic backstory... 👑💔😢

there is a difference between a single candle in darkness, and a sunrise.

Only when someone else sees worth in me does he condescend to do the same.

Forest burned in the summer will be green by spring, better and stronger than before.

I leave behind unfinished puzzles, pieces never put back together. It feels wasteful. Not of the objects, but myself.

There is nothing so terrible as a story untold.

Personally, this is a very poorly done and rushed backstory, especially near the end. I recommend not wasting your time reading it as it contributes little to nothing to the actual series.

If you're into the novels, this is worth a quick read.

Finished this short prequel to Red Queen last night. A nice quick read. Interesting to get to know a little more about Cal's mother.