I really enjoyed this book so far! As a non-native English speaker, I was pleasantly surprised by how easy the writing was to follow: clear, immersive, and very readable. The storyline pulled me in from the start. I love the worldbuilding and the concept of mortal gods, especially how the power imbalance shapes their society. The dynamic between the characters is intriguing, and I liked seeing how their abilities connect to their personalities and backstories. The spice in this book is definitely bold, sometimes a bit “in your face,” especially in scenes like Kalix’s interactions with the servants. But even those moments gave insight into how the gods are viewed in this world: not as tyrants, but as divine figures to be worshipped, even intimately. (Even tho they are tyrants) It added an interesting layer to the story’s religion and power structure. The FMC doesn’t bother me at all (which is rare for me in this genre!). I actually enjoy her character, especially her mysterious connection to spiders, it makes her stand out. So far, I can’t really think of anything I didn’t like. It was a great read, and I’m excited to see where the story goes next.