The plot was easy to follow, and while there were one or two side tasks, finding the truth is always at the forefront. The goal was straightforwards: get to the bottom of what is happening at the inn and keep everyone safe, unsuspicious, and peaceful at the same time. The rules about world traveling were particularly interesting to me because they changed with each world, with the Inn at Havenfall being the only safe place for long periods. I liked that there was a guide that talked about the worlds at the beginning, rather than getting the info dumped all at once (which takes me out of the world) or barely giving any info (which leaves me confused). The world and plot were simplistic, as well. As much as she complains about it, Maddie doesn't shrink from her duties, and on the inside, is a good person. However, to her credit, she is incredibly determined and willing to step up to the challenge. She doesn't have a growth mindset, nor does she seem to grow at all during the book. The other irritating aspect of her personality is how naive she is: she's too trusting and cannot seem to pick up on shady/suspicious hints. It isn't under ideal circumstances, but the entire time, Maddie just keeps complaining about not wanting to do this or that or blaming her uncle for not teaching her x, y, and z. When her uncle becomes gravely injured, Maddie must step up to the position as Innkeeper. I understand that her life and family were torn apart because of the murder, but you'd think that it would make her less whiny and annoying. And yet, with this intriguing backstory, Maddie did not impress me. This summer, she wants to convince her uncle, the Innkeeper, to allow her to stay with him to learn about the job, with the eventual goal of taking over. Her only solace from the sideways glances and whispers of her daily life is at the Inn at Havenfall, where people from ancient worlds come to connect. Maddie Morrow is the main character who lives with her father and his wife because her mother is on death row, accused of killing her brother.
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