The pace of a good political thriller with a supernatural plot--and the promise of a sequel! Can't ask for more, really. Cade has to be one of the most intriguing vampires in contemporary literature and he comes with a dash of deadpan humor, too. I loved the short chapters and the point blank writing. My only complaint: I thought the torture and sex scenes were gratuitous. Other than that, can't wait for the next installment :]