This is the 4th book in The Immortals Series by Alyson Noel and I have to say, it just keeps getting better. When I first started this series, I really liked it, but didn't think I would love it. But as each book progressed and I saw the changes in the characters and the intensity of the plot line and drama, I really grew to love it. 
 In this book you watch as Ever deals with her mistakes in magick and battling the "darkness" within her. You also see an inevitable and formidable enemy emerging in Haven as she dives deeper into her relationship with Roman and her newfound abilities as an Immortal. This is the book where Ever matures and through all the hardships she has faced, and the demons she's battling with now, you see her strength as she tries to overcome it all. 
 If anything, Alyson's writing has always been a plus throughout the whole series as she tells her stories in great depth without boring the reader. You get a very vivid picture of the scene and characters that makes you delve into the story eagerly. She definitely leaves your heart pounding at times of distress, piques your curiosity with mysteries of the past, and touches your heart with the love and intimacy that Ever and Damen share. Also, I am really enjoying the love triangle between Ever, Damen, and Jude. As a definite Ever and Damen fan, I found myself, at times, swaying towards Jude because he is really a great guy who you'll see truly loves Ever. All of their histories are so deeply entwined, it really makes you wonder who Ever is truly supposed to be with. 
 Dark Flame is an engrossing tale of darkness and strength that will have you wondering if Ever can truly overcome it all before it's too late. If you've loved the series up until now, then this book will not disappoint you, in fact, it will make you jump for the next book, Night Star (which is what I did).