Oh my. This is not the place to start with Hogarth or her Pelted universe - there's a lot of backstory barely referenced but forming the underpinnings of the story - but if you're familiar with this series(es), this is a lovely piece. Jahir and Vasith't, dealing with their new reality and all the tasks that come with it - and then a new task comes up, it's time for Vasith't to collect his children and welcome them into his family. Along the way there are many revelations for both of them and others; Vasith't figures out where his talents lie (besides in the kitchen), Jahir is given the next step in his powers, and - unbelievable as it is, if you know them - their relationship deepens and widens. I didn't think they _could_ get closer, but they do. Jahir is a much-married man... There's also some hints about what's coming up in Eldritch society, and threads laid for later books. I can hardly wait. ( )