This second book picks up shortly after the ending of One Dark Window.

The focus and atmosphere of this story was different from the first and although I found it enjoyable, it didn't quite manage to hold onto the subtlety of the horror in the first book. It felt much more like a quest/adventure story except for certain aspects of Elm's POV.

There also was a reveal that was projected so obviously to us as readers that it was annoying that the characters didn't figure it out.

Despite the above, I think the pacing and characters were once again so well done that you just get pulled right back into the story. The inclusion of Elm's storyline became a strength of this book, as was the Nightmare as a more filled out character.

Overall the series was very good and I would give it a 4.5 overall.