The second installment is still emotionally charged but without the feel of torture, just slightly less. 
 My thoughts and feelings of this book were the same as Shade with the exception that is was a faster paced read. The story drew me into it's grasp and didn't want to let go. I wanted to read it in one sitting and when ppl got in my way I wanted to growl at them. I was very irritable when I didn't get my way. When I was reading Shift I was so absorbed I didn't see, hear, or acknowledge anything around me that wasn't the book. To me that is a sign of a great read. I have a feeling this book will stick with me for a while. I look forward to the conclusion of this trilogy.