I thought this was a fun read. Misery is quite sarcastic, which she often uses as a protection, but I thought she was an interesting character (to be an outcast). Misery had drive and determination to do what she needed to do to protect those she cared about and to try to find Serena and never give up on her.

I almost wish it had been a dual POV book with Lowe, though I don't know that it would have been possible to hide that Misery was his mate... But I think a pining Lowe who comes to appreciate and care for Misery would have been such a cool POV to read! Lowe was a good leader, he seemed just and fair and kind but also stern when needed

There were some elements of political machinations throughout, it wasn't that big of a deal / Misery somewhat explained things so I didn't have to focus much on them

The mystery with Serena was interesting, I hadn't seen it coming that she was half wolf, but I enjoyed their reunion and seeing their friendship.

I liked the pining and thought the tension was good, but I wanted a little bit more smut honestly. I loved when she fed from him and they were both so into it, and the scene when he marks her too-- obsessed! I was livid when he tried to back away from Misery when she realizes that she is his mate and he tells her she is wrong -- partly because Misery immediately shriveled up, but he was wrong to do that too

There were a lot of characters, bordering on too many

Sometimes Misery seemed completely oblivious / dumb, something very obvious to the reader but that she was just completely missing

Was this amazing/top literature? No but I had a real fun time

I do agree with some other reviewers that Lowe was not a super different character that made him a very distinct book boyfriend, I wanted more with regards to his art and architect stuff. Also I would have been okay with more world building and lore. I did see the nods to Twilight, and I kind of ate it up.