A fun easy read. No-one was egregiously stupid this time out! Granted, I've only read four of this series thus far, but Anita seems to be more intelligent in the even-numbered books. (Perhaps a bit like Star Trek?)

And, credit where it's due, for once I didn't figure out the bad guy well in advance. The thing with K. took me all unawares. Credit also due for one particular bit of imagery. I've always been a bit iffy about where this series falls on the genre-scale, and so far it's plumped itself mostly under urban fantasy. To my mind, at least - I'm sure I've seen some people refer to it as horror, but it's never quite fitted there for me. The image of the skinned naga, though: strong, horrifying, and creepy-creepy so well done there.

On the other hand, I see a love triangle looming (well, it's here already to be honest) so that doesn't win any extra points as I'm not at all fond of them. I've got a good idea who's going to lose already: as always, the guy I prefer. Like clockwork.