It was 11:30 last night when I finally clicked off the lights and that was after 50 pages of “only one more chapter” since I picked up the book yesterday morning. As I lay in bed after finishing the book, I was taunted by the cliff-hanger Stacey left me with on the last page and I knew that sleep was not imminent immediately. The suspense was just killing me but I had to keep it under control, as I knew my sleeping spouse beside me would not appreciate a midnight wakeup call to talk about my newest demon-crazed obsession. Stacey really had me hooked in this sequel to The Conduit as the siblings are getting their new talents under control. Gabe and Kendall seem to enjoy their new positions and powers but Celeste is having issues dealing with hers. She is not taking full advantage of her talents. Her powers feel more of a curse than something to embrace so there seems to be a power struggle going on inside her and with the world around her. Something has to give here before trouble strikes. Celeste is also dealing with issues of trust which had to do with her relationship with Alec so therefore, she trusts no one. The scrolls with the mystery messages arrive and Celeste tries to decipher their messages which are like a philosophical fortune cookie. These messages along with her family help Celeste deal with her many issues and that is a wonderful thing as there are many demons that surface in this novel in many different forms that they must confront. They all want Celeste and she must be strong to survive.This story just keeps getting better and better. The sarcasm and little jabs at humor are just one reason that makes this book so enjoyable but when you add the cast of characters and the amount of action which is nonstop, you have one terrific novel. Just when you think things might calm down for the siblings, another twist is thrown in and you are taken for another turn which you never expected. I cannot say enough about this book except you have to read it, you will not be disappointed.I was given a free copy of this book for an honest, unbiased opinion of this book.
