Blue - a 30-something American who enjoys reading mysteries, suspense, young adult fantasy and anything about the Knights Templar. But if someone recommends a book, she's not close minded about it. Unless it's a bloody romance!
Sea - a 40-something Brit who enjoys reading just about anything. But woe to any writer who can't be bothered with doing a bit of research for their story.
This book is much better than the first in the trilogy. The main female character, Rhian, is easier to like. Zandakar from Empress figures as quite an important , albeit "shadowy" character. A much more likeable novel than Empress.