I stumbled upon "House of Burning Frost" quite by accident while browsing for something to warm up my dreary winter evenings, and oh my stars, what a delightful discovery! As someone who adores both political intrigue and romance that sizzles like bacon on a hot skillet, this book hit all the right notes for me. Let me tell you, the moment I met Isla, I knew we'd be kindred spirits. She's refreshingly imperfect - the kind of character who makes spectacular blunders but owns them with such charm that you can't help but cheer her on. And Konstantin? Well, let's just say that this Ice King had me reaching for a fan more than once! Their chemistry practically leaps off the page, though I do wish we'd gotten to see more of Isla's growing feelings develop rather than seemingly appear out of nowhere. The themes of prejudice and political tension between shifters and other beings really resonated with me. It's fascinating how the author wove these serious subjects into what could have been just another romance, giving the story real weight and consequence. The world-building is absolutely gorgeous, though I'll admit I sometimes got a bit tangled up in all the different names and titles (a family tree would have been heaven-sent!). What really captured my heart was the witty banter and the way the author balanced humor with heavier moments. The marriage of convenience trope is one of my absolute favorites, and it's handled beautifully here. Though I will say, some of the political intricacies occasionally had me scratching my head - I felt like I needed a notebook to keep track of all the plotting and scheming! If you're looking for a romantasy that offers more than just steamy scenes (though those are quite nice too!), this book delivers in spades. It's got heart, humor, and enough political machinations to keep you guessing until the end. Just be prepared to potentially feel a bit lost if you haven't read the previous books in the series - there's quite a bit of background that would make the experience richer. My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5 out of 5 stars) I'd absolutely recommend this to anyone who loves their fantasy with a healthy dose of romance and doesn't mind getting delightfully lost in a complex magical world. Just maybe keep notes on who's who - trust me on this one!