I got caught up in this book from the beginning... mystery + magic are intriguing, but the execution doesn't always work out. In Blood Debts, it definitely does. Following twins Clement and Cristina, they both sort through their own individual challenges while also navigating the loss of their father, the sickness of their mother, the estrangement of certain members of their family, and the power dynamics within the Generational magic council. Benton-Walker does a nice job of weaving together these tougher topics with some moments of lightness and humor, as well as a unique magic system and mythology. The book can feel a bit crowded at times, but all in all I enjoyed and plan to read the next installment.