This book was...wow. I almost have no words, I don't really know what I think of it. It was definitely dark...really dark! There are strong themes of dubious consent/non consent. I really liked Claire, and really felt sorry for her. She was a really strong heroine, with a definite moral code. Shepherd...I really want to hate him, I kind of do. But he's managed to make me like him at times too, so I don't know if he's gone too far for redemption or not. He's definitely not a nice guy!! I'm looking forward to reading the next book, to see where it takes us!