I do a lot of reading, 334 books this last year. I found the book to be well written, entertaining and rich in story. What grabbed me was an 'original concept', a unique MC with a similar unique sidekick for a non intimate partner. I realize that may change, but book one for me was a 'macguffin', a slow reel you in and get your feet wet for what's to come, not the whole story in nutshell. The lack of mature theme(s), with only a hint of romance was refreshing I can't wait to see who her love interest will be. I'm a fan of steamy, but not 3 pages into a book, which added to my excitement and hope for chance at romance. The fact the MC has a male name and genders female in a human made for an interesting surprise in character dept. Maps and dictionary are forthcoming I hope, but if not it won't stop me from reading the rest of the set.