
The excessive detail was the most of the downtime in this book. For example, when Atticus gets caught going to the kitchen by the Manitcore- I felt like this scene went on forever with all the explaining Atticus did. For me there was just too much explanation of the magic being used. Many times I found myself skimming those parts just to get on with the scene.
Other than maybe 3 surprises thrown in, I didn’t feel like a great deal happened besides Atticus being hunted that is. I’m giving the book 3 stars based on entertainment value though. As usual I enjoyed Oberon’s humor and I’m very much enjoying Granuaile’s badassery. I’m really excited to see what becomes of Oberon and Granuaile in the next book.