While I always enjoy a dystopian romance, this sequel to Under the Never Sky was a bit formulaic for me. "Let's just get to the ending already" is not a good feeling to have when this is only the second of a planned trilogy. It would be refreshing if authors were brave enough these days to complete a story in one book. However, I'm still invested in finding out what happens to the main characters as they struggle to find safety in an increasingly hostile world (re: Aether storms, cannibals, etc). Language, vocabulary, and pacing are more suitable to younger (i.e. not almost 30 year olds). :)