The first 60-70 pages were incredibly confusing, even more so because I knew what was happening, but I really didn't. Haha. I know that doesn't make sense, but now you know how I felt! The book definitely picked up pace closer to 200pgs in. I enjoyed the bits with Aruendiel a lot more than those with Nora alone. The ending was quite a cliffhanger, I just hope the story holds my interest until the sequel comes out! (if the sequel has more of Aruendiel, I'm in!)