This Monster of Mine

The writing and magical judicial system were gorgeous, with the scarred protagonist infiltrating the academy for revenge after a traumatic expulsion attempt, but I got lost in the choppy plot and confusing flashbacks, feeling like time passed bizarrely. Her determination to prosecute her attackers as an intern for a grumpy judge was empowering, blending crimes with personal mystery, and the attractive boss twist added intrigue. The setting and sentence-level prose hooked me despite the lack of cohesion and occasional bewilderment. It's a solid debut for fantasy fans okay with confusion, especially revenge-driven academy tales.