3.5/5⭐ The sarcastic, irreverent humor is great. I liked the characters and the fact that friendship takes front and center over romance. The author added worldbuilding details at the right pace and intrigued me for the sequel. There was a pattern I didn't care for of women becoming emotionally fragile very quickly in conversations where Sam could conveniently provide comfort. Overall, though, this book is a fun darker urban fantasy.