I never understood the Monster Blood craze with this series, and this sequel does not help that at all. It just continues with the same 2 kids being just as dumb if not dumber here than in the first book. How did they not learn?? Like... I dont get it! And the "twist" with this one actually had me say, "Oh, COME ON!" because it was so out of left field and a little ridiculous. I'm just glad that as an adult AND as a kid I am consistent in not being a fan of Monster Blood that much! 2.5 stars.