Fans of high fantasy know that the middle books in a series are often where the real character work happens. This novel is no exception, delving deep into the psyches of Dorian, Manon, and Aelin. Securing a copy, whether it is a paperback or an Empire of Storms PDF, is the first step into a larger world of magic and mayhem. The alliances formed here will determine the fate of the entire continent. It is a rich, sprawling epic that rewards attentive readers with immense payoffs.