OK, wow, this was probably the strongest instalment in the Cal Leandros series for me. Partly, I think, because of the clear character development we've seen on Cal's part since Book #1, and partly because FINALLY, we get inside Niko's head as well. Therein, we discover that while our super-honourable-ninja-assassin may *look* like he's got it all together from the outside, inside he's every bit the epitome of broken competence I love so much in all the other characters I meet it in (yes, Starbuck and Grace Hanadarko, I'm looking at the both of you when I say that). And oh, the relationship between Cal and Niko in this is complex and and dark and sharp edges... and yet it's the simplest things in either of their lives. I should acknowledge that this book is NOT going to appeal to everyone. It's crazy dark in places, and although I actually thought there was less angsting and more ass-kicking than in previous books, the angsting is still there (and not unwarranted). I have to admit, I'm curious about where the series is going to go from here though... this book was fantastic!i loved how with each chapter the POV changed between Cal and Niko, it gave the book way more depth and mystery. plus i think people will appreciate Cal more when seeing him from his brother POV rather than his own.it was nice to see niko loose his shit for once and not just cal, lol. and it was wonderful how they dragged each other back to sanity. i cant wait till i read the next book!
What do You think about Deathwish (Cal Leandros, #4) (2009)?
Really enjoyed this book. Had a conclusion to a major story line. Got my copy from paperback swap.
—Ghoul
I've never been happier to be so wrong as to how I thought a story would play out.
—nina
