Book one was surprisingly engaging, as is much of this book. The wow factor definitely increased, especially with the introduction of dinosaur mutations and hybrids. But as it neared the end, a distinct direction change began. The resulting shift is predictable, but it does provide for some intriguing possibilities.
Annie Ellicott is as skilled at storytelling as Jeff Hays, and both provide brilliant voice work. Justin Thomas James pitched in as well with some fun characters.