This was a surprise pick for me, the author made a predictable story fun to read by weaving together different narratives. Also, I love a good vengeance tale.
A woman agrees to be a wise woman in a different kingdom in exchange for her freedom and the possibility of vengeance. Her prison friend escapes with her, and they meet the bargain given and help the locals and the Prince with mysteries.
3/5 read for mystery, politics, and deep magic