I set myself up for disappointment when I requested this because I thought it was a continuation of the "One of Us Is Lying" series and found out it wasn't. (Gotta learn to read, I guess.) This was a perfectly fine, mildly spooky thriller that I think young adults will enjoy, but I was expecting more in-depth characterization (especially with Ellery's twin, Ezra; before starting the book, I was looking forward to having different perspectives from the twins, but alas). Some of the key characters felt flat and/or predictable.

I did, however, enjoy the pacing and narrative drive; it was a fast and compelling read. I also appreciated the inclusion of diverse characters (in terms of both race and sexuality) without imbuing them with stereotypes.