I do not have a lot of time to sit down a read books, but when I saw that audibles had it , I did no hesitate to pay for it. it was all what I expected and it may be twisted, cruel, but it keeps you wanting more, also the fact the Jude ended up kissing Cardan make me love this book even more, is just twisted, falling for someone who treats you like that and yet I would n't wanted any other way. if you listen to it it takes 13h for it to be finish, it took me 2 days only, the drive from work to home and vice versa was filled with gasps and loud yes or noooo! I have to confess I love every story read by Nora Roberts so far. But the cruelty and the beautifulness of holly's writing made me realize how great her boos are. ready for book 2. More thoughts,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, this book is fabulous. absolutely amazing. by the time i finished reading the Cruel Prince i was so addicted! I was reading the book all the time! It shows one of my most favorite kind of fantasy with some insane plot twists! overall the book was amazing along with all the characters. Holly Black sure as hell knows how to write and her writing is unequivocally beautiful! This book deserves all the hype I've seen! I recommend this book to anyone looking for a good trilogy to read!