I am having a hard time writing a review for this novel. It was every bit as good as The Bodyfinder. All the same characters were there, but the focus was more on the kids this time than the parents. Chelsea had more "face time" so we got to learn more about her. Jay and Violet's relationship continued with some major hiccups. I'd say Jay showed some character growth, showing some more vulnerability where it comes to Violet, and maturity at not forcing things out of her before she's ready to talk. But I felt like Violet took two steps back. She was childish, not telling Jay when she got threats, when she felt the echos calling to her. When she had suspicions. She lied by omission quite a bit saying she was protecting her family. And all the time she was putting herself in danger. I didn't like who she was in this novel. Instead of being strong, she was stupid and childish, very immature. I hope she grows up in the next book.

The plot line moved at a fast pace again, barely letting you catch your breath. Just when I thought it was going one way, it went another and then a curve ball was thrown in and I thought "Hmm, maybe." I turned out to be wrong, but who knows in a later book. The suspense was there, the terror, the mystery all there.

The romance was there, too. It was so good I read late in the night and picked it up first thing the next day. I love Kimberly Derting's style. It's sharp and lean. Not too much description, just enough to let you get a mental image. The dialogue is great, especially Chelsea. She's snarky and funny. I really loved this book.

I guess my only disappointment was Violet's increasing stupidity as the novel went on. Everything else was great. I do like where the story line seems to be headed, I just hope the dreaded triangle isn't going to come into play. Please.




This is a book for older teens as sex is an issue in this book. Along with death.