When I saw that this is from the author of Garlic and the Vampire, I did not think twice and started it as my November 1 read.

The author's art style is different from her abovementioned graphic novel but I can say that it is fitting to visualize this magical and sparkling story.

I liked how the author started the book discussing the effects of the war while also establishing the next obstacle that the magicians will face.

The main characters Safi and Ada demonstrated the relationship between dream and determination as Ada balanced the reality about the power that her younger sister, Safi, possesses and how it can be painful if Safi won't undergo proper apprenticeship.

I enjoyed how the storyline started with the darker themes about war then move to Safi's apprenticeship while also discussing the magic system and the villain to the story that are the Liches.

Really enjoyed this, quick read too.

4.5stars