The Devil's influence spreads throughout the city like ripples on a pond, leaving a path of shattered dreams and destroyed lives in its wake. Only it's not just the Mafia, hitmen, and urban scum who feel Grendel's heat. Before long, those on the periphery -- the doctors, lawyer, hotel employees -- are also pulled into the Devil's sinister web. Meanwhile, Grendel's alter-ego Hunter Rose finds his relationship with his adopted ward Stacy slipping through his bloody fingers. He may be able to eradicate his enemies, but he's helpless to hang on to those he loves. Wagner and company continue their exploration into Grendel's twisted psyche and the more
The only reason this book didn't hit the top mark is simply because if you're not familiar with Grendel and/or Hunter Rose, then much becomes meaningless...you need to appreciate Argent and Stacey to understand the nuances in their stories, and there is no allowances made for first-time readers. Despite this the book still works if you're unfamiliar with all that has gone before, you just need to work a little harder at it. Read Full Review