Phenomenal book. Would have given it 4.5 stars, but Hearne through a line toward the end where Al specifies he's using the word "clip" instead of "magazine" on purpose to drive the American gun nuts crazy. I happened to be thinking *that exact thing* as he was saying it, so kudos for making me LOL in the middle of my kitchen.

Good pacing, great characters, the interludes really added to the backstory. Liked the tie-in with Iron Druid, but also appreciated that he kept this Al's story and didn't lean on Atticus as a crutch.

Already have the sequel downloaded and ready to start tomorrow. I listened to the audiobook and, much like the narrator did with several of the characters in Iron Druid (specifically Oberron), the voices and emphasis added a lot to the story. I would definitely recommend listening if you have the opportunity.