Thoughts, with no spoilers:

I definitely enjoyed this book. I wouldn't say that I often read this type, so it was a really pleasant surprise to discover that it was not only easy to read, but also intriguing. I love anything with even mildly historical ties, and TLoAR delivered.

I liked the way the author revealed the characters and back-stories, and the narrative was definitely interesting. And there were elements of suspense that added flavor.

I'm trying to remember if I disliked anything, but nothing stands out.