There are few authors in the world that have the same level of sheer talent that Dugan possesses, and the fact that she is not huge is CRIMINAL.
I loved book one, and this fast-paced, gut wrenching sequel has only solidified this series as one of my favorites yet. Sharek and Elynor's dynamic has been fun to watch develop from the first book, and having a new POV added dimension that helped carry the plot along even as Elynor and Sharek resolved some open ended questions from book one. I loved the introduction of new characters, Vestan specifically, but I also love that this book has more questions than answers. I have no idea who the true antagonist is, and I think that makes things all the more exciting moving into the third book.
THIS is how you execute a riveting, mind-boggling sequel, and I am enamored with the trajectory of Dugan's work.