I wasn't sure whether to give this 3 or 4 stars. I finally met the writing itself make the decision, although I really didn't like the way it ended: too many unanswered questions and no true conclusions, but the author really didn't leave you hanging as some do. In the end, it was more romance than action, although there WAS good action. I guess it just wasn't my kind of book. The characters are well presented, and tension between individuals is pointed out and made clear. It was nice to see familial loyalty – but only when appropriate – reign.