I have to admit to being a First Law fan. A series that I absolutely loved, made all the better for some of the friends I made on here, whilst discussing it. So it was with some trepidation that I went into this book. 
 I had been putting it off as I had heard very much an underwhelming response on this story. I really didn't want to be disappointed with Abercrombie's work. 
 So how'd it go? 
 Ok. It was, ok. 
 Definitely not as engaging as First Law, the characters are reasonable, but don't have the personality of 1st Law. The group traveling together did not find the sweet spot in their communication or repartee. The pirate Captain, not going to attempt to spell her name, was like the twin to Cosca in character build, but lacked the character development we all enjoyed with Cosca. 
 I know, I know, I am doing too much comparing to FL and not enough reviewing of the book. 
 So, it has good pace to it and I did look forward to seeing what was going to happen next, even if it was a tad predictable. I really would like to see Yarvi's cunning and cleverness develop in future books, as that has shown some character growth, whilst I want be surprised if none of his merry band of friends make it to book two. 
 Onwards and upwards.