It was good, though there were sections that could have been taken out, descriptions that just, in all honesty, did not matter to the plot of the book. I never read the first one (only saw the movie) so I don't know how this compares but it was a decent book. I will admit however, after reading through half of it, (view spoiler)[ I knew she wouldn't stay with Max. He was too perfect. (hide spoiler)]. Overall, I enjoyed the book.