This was fine, but I have mixed feelings about it. I didn't love it, but didn't hate it. I know this is a super well loved fantasy read for many. For me it felt especially trope filled and not very well developed. Typically I love fantasy stories that include any type of political intrigue or political strategizing, but the way it was written in this story did not feel as well developed or interesting to read. 

Overall, I sadly felt kind of bored reading this. I will say that totally could have been that I was not in the right headspace for reading this.