I was not a fan of Bruiser when I first started this series; I thought he was too arrogant and presumptuous. But I've grown to like him as the series has gone and now I really like him. He just might be the perfect man for Jane - he understands exactly what sorts of gifts to give her, is patient with her, thinks she's beautiful, and doesn't think she needs to change. He's practically perfect. But, this isn't a romance and their relationship is but one part of the story. 
 There are lots of changes in this story, people (of all varieties) changing status, dying or almost dying, new supernatural beings, and Jane and Beast becoming more accomplished in their skills. Jane and Beast worked together quite smoothly. The politics were complicated as ever and a lot of time is spent at vamp headquarters or with vamps. Eli and Alex are back but Molly and family are absent as is Rick and detective Jodi makes several nominal appearances. It's really Jane's show this time around. 
 My attention wandered at times, it didn't hold me as strongly as some of the other books but the further in I got, the more engaged I became. I have mixed feelings about the new beings as now the series is wandering into sci fi territory but I did like how Hunter tied it into mythology. I am also hesitant about the powers that Jane/Beast keep acquiring. I don't want to see Jane become all-powerful. Though, the price she pays for her ability should keep that from happening. 
 "Broken Soul" was another solid entry in the Jane Yellowrock series. It moves the story arc forward, gives us growth and development, story, action, and romance.