I liked the first book better. But aside from that, I enjoyed this continuation. I loved the new characters we got to meet. And I continued to dislike Realm the whole time. Especially when his past with Dallas was revealed. I think the ending was great. It was the ending that needed to happen, and I'm glad I wasn't left feeling angry (which I was really concerned about as I got closer to the end). I know there a a few other books related to this series, annd I"m looking forward to getting my hands on them