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While reading, it took me a while to grasp the story through the number of characters; some writing seems to leave the reader wondering if they missed the first book (this is a standalone, though could be a series). That said, it raises the stakes and grips the reader with the final act. Walks the line between a formulaic read and frightening resolution.