The Dangerous Ones

I loved the vast cast of supernatural characters! It wasn't explained and it was just there. I'm sure some that will bother some people, but I was just along for the ride.
Alexei and Jerusalem grew on me. At first I wasn't sure if I liked them, as individuals or as couples, but by the end, I enjoyed their complexity and flaws. Sometimes the balance between romance and action was off, but each part was interesting to me.
I love alternate history and mostly I think this was well done. I think it would have enhanced the story if the world was broadened a little and we saw more plantations and more of the South. But that could have also introduced a lot of characters that didn't go anywhere. So I can't really fault the author for keeping a right focus on Jerusalem and Alexei's mission.
Overall I enjoyed it, but it might not be for everyone. If you like stories that drop you in a world and just go, then you will like this one. If you liked Dread Nation by Justina Ireland, you will enjoy this one because the alternate history and strong woman vibes are similar in this one.