Re-read review:

This is still one of my favorite series, but reading this a second time, I think I was able to be more critical. Mainly my criticism is about the mannerisms, the constant

But.
But.
But.

.. and the ellipses... and the (brackets).

These are all great devices when not overused. I started with the second part right away and I'm hoping it's improved these things.

Still, I reeeeeally love this, and it was a great re-read because I remembered basically nothing.