This story was everything...everything I wanted, everything I needed, and everything I didn't see coming but was happy to watch happen. This book surprised me over and over and kept me glued to the pages from beginning to end. It was one of those "sneak-read-at-work-even-if-I-shouldn't" kind of books. The Royal boys and Ella had me guessing what would happen next and of course had me swooning...both for the main romance between Reed and Ella...and every time my boy Easton stepped into a scene! 
 When a series comes to an end I'm always reluctant to pick up the book because, not only is it a goodbye to the characters, but also because I'm always fearful of being disappointed by how things work out. That was not an issue here. At. All. Just like in the previous books, I was treated to some surprises, some romance, and one heck of an adventure. The mystery that we were left with after the second book ended had to be solved. But there are so many options, so many plausible solutions. As we follow Reed and Ella, we experience these difficult times through their eyes, yet are able to formulate our own theories. I was right at some points and wrong at others...and I loved every minute of it. 
 I can't recommend this series enough. These authors spin a wonderful tale, a great mystery, and a swoonworthy romance. They gave me characters who will stay in my mind and heart for a very long time. I devoured these books and know that, like others, I'm hoping we'll see these characters again. I have a theory about something that wasn't addressed in this series so I will have to be patient to see what might come next and to see if I'm right. I only ask that the authors hurry. This girl needs her Easton fix...and she needs it fast! I know there are many who can't wait to see what the author brings us next and I, for one, am waiting with bated breath!