This was actually a pretty great volume.

The end of a era as one of the main characters is killed. There's no coming back from this death as it cements a brutal finish and a heavy weight will be carried to other characters. We also get the fight we've been waiting for. Sasuke verses Itachi, and it's pretty goddamn awesome to see both go all out. No more holding back and it shows.

Overall, fast paced and exciting volume.