This genre-bending story is the very definition of "metal." Expertly written prose, and with some of the best descriptions of exploding heads I have ever had the pleasure of reading.
Though I was disappointed some of the more mysterious elements of the world were not elaborated on, I acknowledge that some things are better left for the mind to wonder. Perhaps that is why I find myself thinking of the world and the strange "magic" months later, which is what compelled me to write this review!