5.0
adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This may have been my favorite volume yet, even though it was another rough one, emotionally.  There was definite tension between Shiva and Teacher, but it was conflict that was so very needed.   The plot is seriously thickening, and oh boy, we're getting some answers for a few things, but with each new answer, I seem to have more questions.  Definitely looking forward to the next volume!