If you love the first book, it will continue to be reciprocated with the sequel. While the second one feels like it offers less action than the first it still provides plenty of entertainment value. This book is clearly building the setting for an ultimate conflict for the next book. However it has plenty of substance to keep the reader interested. I would relate this to Mass Effect 2, plenty of insight into the world and development of character backgrounds. Ultimately if you enjoyed the first book and are a fan of RPG’s DON’T MISS THIS BOOK!!!