This is one of two romantasy series that I have read and loved. Number one is the Outlander series, which is a lot of other genres as well. The All Souls trilogy was a surprise even for me. Why? Firstly, I'm not a fan of the style of writing. It's very modern American where the dialogue is an awkward not quite realistic but too casual and the prose is also some weird in-between style. However, I was totally into the world that Harkness built and the romance between Diana and Matthew. I do have a penchant for proper vampires (no Twilight fairies for me thanks). 

Hence I was excited and eager to read this new instalment of the series. However, I had forgot that Diana grates on me slightly and her irritating traits were worse here. She just comes across as more of a head strong teenager than a full-grown mother in her late thirties. Then again, Sarah, her aunt is worse so perhaps it's hereditary?

Another negative was the anti-climatic action scenes. The crossroad duel was odd and confusing. The labyrinth scene with Matthew was also a bit weird and lacking in detail to make me fully emotionally invested. 

However, I have enjoyed going back into the world and the new plot turns are intriguing. So I'm looking forwad to the next book. I think I may enjoy this on audio more.