Great fun and fits the Minecraft universe wonderfully...EXCEPT- water in The Nether. I won't spoil the reasoning behind the water but on more than one occasion water is used in The Nether in a way that just isn't possible in game. Generally this kind of thing doesn't irk me enough to drop my rating down a full star but this book had done such a great job holding to the basics of the game that this breach was jarring and irritating. Other than my annoyance at the water, this book really is great fun mixed with just enough danger and intrigue to keep you invested.

I will also note that the ending leaves a lot in the air. It definitely feels like it was cut very very short and in turn has left me feeling mildly unsatisfied with how things worked out in the end.