This book had awkward dialogue, silly relationships, and a tired plot. I listened to this unabridged on books-on-tape and almost fell asleep at the wheel. But, then, I think Meltzer was "asleep at the wheel" when he wrote this. My kingdom for some good editing in this one. I enjoyed his first book, but this one is a total waste of time. I predict we'll see this in the bargain bin of the local dimestore.