My newest pet peeve: serialized stories masquerading as novels--in other words, books that end on a cliffhanger to compel the reader to buy the next book. This one was especially egregious, and didn't have the benefit of a coherent story to ameliorate the transparent ploy to generate further readership. I am happy to read more books by authors who write good stories; feeling coerced into it because the sloppy writing hasn't managed to sufficiently tie up the primary conflict, will steer me well away from further reading. Publishing houses please take note: WILL NOT PURCHASE KELLY ARMSTRONG AGAIN.