At Grave's End is different from it's predecessors in the Night Huntress series. The story revolves around Bones and Cat's emotional relationship rather than their physical one. Don't fret, there's still swoon worthy moments but, this book is so much more than that! Existing characters are given new life and Dracula (a.k.a. Vlad) is introduced. 
 The chemistry and love between Cat and Bones is undeniable in this third installment. It was fun to watch them work out relationship problems while in the midst of danger and chaos. Cat finally gets an official engagement ring. Oh boy, and what a rock! I loved how Bones refers to her as his wife throughout the novel. In doing so, he further demonstrates his vampire territorial instinct but it comes off as romantic too. They may both be badass characters but when the shit hits the fan they're each other's number one priority. But, their love story isn't all fun and games, parts of this book did make me cry. Specifically when Cat's on the cliff... I was a wreck until I read on a bit further. 
 Many of this series' characters grow significantly in this novel. I developed a whole new appreciation for Annette. Previously, I found her to be a cold-hearted bi#@$ but after learning her story and the reasons why she makes certain decisions; turns out she's not all bad! Tate really comes into his own this time around. He's center stage and the combination of his sarcastic personality and of his hostility towards Bones make for amusing interactions. Last but not least is Vlad. I've seen many posts of fans swooning over him and claiming he's on the same level with Bones. Although, I don't know him well enough to judge yet; he's definitely yummy! Dark and brooding, my kind of guy! 
 The story and danger are of epic proportions in At Grave's End. No real surprises there! Pantra, the villainess, is wicked evil. She's ancient and practices black magic. Add to that her dark army of vamp followers and you've got a war. Zombies even make an appearance in this installment. I love a good un-dead brawl! Frost further expands on her vampire lore by introducing new abilities to existing and first time characters. Bones also gets a power boost and one of his new skills might not work in Cat's favour! 
 This book is my favorite book of the Night Huntress series so far. Sure, One Foot in the Grave has chapter 32 but this novel brought Cat and Bones to a whole new level in my eyes. At Grave's End really stands out in the urban fantasy genre. It has the expected action and blood but the depth of Cat and Bones' relationship was a pure joy to read. I'm now only one book away from being caught up on this series and to being ready for This Side of the Grave's release in February 2011. This series just keeps getting better and better. How is that even possible? 
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