This book was pure brain candy. At times things felt a little rushed but on the other hand I felt that the book as a whole lasted too long. There were just too many conflicts tha kept popping up after others had been resolved. There were a couple that could have been skipped altogether in order to get to the end of the story. I also didn't really feel a connection to the characters. I think that knowing that the series continues but switches main characters might play a part in not wanting to get too attached to the characters. Also, this was a first in a series and you can tell. There are a few transitions / scenes that seem awkward. I've read that the books get better as the series goes so I do look forward to reading more.