I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book - its a really interesting take on the myth of King Midas, who if you did not know was an ancient Greek and Roman king who was well known for his greed and desired that everything he touched would turn gold.
I think the main thing I enjoyed was that this book only loosely based itself on the legend and retained a complete sense of originality and world building. Set in a fantasy landscape with fae, magical kings etc. the legend is taken and developed in a completely new light.
The book focuses on Auren, a woman who King Midas kept in a cage for what he deemed was her own protection - however, as the book progresses Auren is let out into the world and exposed to a number of threats.
I must admit that while writing this review I have read all three of the books and have a greater sense of understanding when it comes to Auren and her experience - I highly recommend reading this series and sticking with it through to the next two!