It took me a little longer to read book 3 in this series, by the third book I was a little over the seemingly relentless evil of the "Mayor" (who by the way looks just like the Governor in Walking Dead!) and the ongoing separation of Todd and Viola. The action is not as fast paced and it lacks the emotional 'shock' of the Noise but Monsters of Men is a hugely satisfying ending to this trilogy. 
 I particularly liked the introduction of a new voice and seeing a new perspective of the war and man's ability for self destruction. Thought provoking, excellent YA reading.