This story was interesting and did manage to keep my intention. If I am to be honest, I was somewhat turned off by what I saw as an agenda with this book. A large majority of the characters were either gay, lesbian or transgender, which in itself is not the issue. The fact that this was true of most of the characters did not impact the story, but I felt as if the issue was nearly pushed in my face. Its too bad because I did enjoy the story but I felt the story was overshadowed by what seems like the agenda of the author.

A story about people I can't like or relate to, doing things I can't understand and find repugnant, told so well it was fascinating and engrossing. I had to read it through in a single setting. The suspense built through the story, and the ending was bittersweet. The descriptions of the area were very apt, but brief enough not to interfere with the progress of the narrative. So many very-human details are included to engage the reader that I challenge anyone not to have an emotional reaction at the ending. I want to see more of Shea Stevens, the woman I love to loath. Iron Goddess was a great beginning, and this second book in the series is as good or better.

An epic action pact follow-up to the first book..all i can say is Wow!! and i know that i will reread this book again because that's how much i did enjoy this book..great pacing,the editing was good and added depth and maturity plus awesome chemistry with everyone..love the energy in the writing and the storyline..very violent plot line and lots of vicious killing just to let readers take note but it was not written in a bad way...there was betrayal,drugs etc...the books greatest strength is its focus on the characters' relationships...this book also explores family dynamics how generations can help each other or destroy one another like how Shea was raising her niece and not let her meet her spend time with her grandparents/gang-members...the queer elements in this book do not focus on blatant relationship alone-it was the detective work that Shea had to do because of all the killing...tragic and painful conclusion but i know this story needs to continue in order for us to know what happen to our girls/females ;)plus can't wait for book#3..awesome story and kudos to the author on doing such a good job!! highly recommend to all!!!!!