Although not my favourite Sookie novel, by far, I was still pleasantly surprised that it wasn't as bad as everyone was making it out to be. Don't get me wrong... Harris is most definitely right in her decision to wrap up the series (Let's be honest. It's been stale for a while now). But I really enjoyed getting reacquainted with the characters of Bon Temps. 
 The plot isn't as fast paced as many of the previous novels. In fact, I felt more like I was being tugged, than drawn, to the conclusion. Since Harris claims the next novel will be her last in the series, I imagine this book is more of a "fill in the blanks". It's all leading somewhere, I'm sure of it. 
 I can guarantee that not everyone will be happy with the turn of events, but I really believe that there is no other way this could work out for Sookie. 
 3.5 stars