I'm not very good at writing things like reviews, but I'm going to put extra effort into this one.
As much as I love Silver, and appreciate what he lived through, I have to say that I rather liked River more. I can't really explain why, but I do.
This story was edgy, sweet, and very exciting. I had trouble tearing myself away even just to pee. It gripped me right from the start, and kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end.
I must confess, though, that I peeked at the last chapter before I delved into this story. You see, I prefer reading things that have a happily ever after (or at least a happily for now), because I tend to get emotionally involved with the characters and the story. So when I started reading this, I already knew the ending.
However, that did not, in any way, diminish the story, or lessen the impact. I loved this story thoroughly and completely, and I will probably end up reading it again some day.
I am rather terrified to read Enigma II, though. If I do, I will most likely peek at the end just like I did here. But I like this story, and I love the characters, that I might end up reading Enigma II even if I find it doesn't end as happily.
Oh, and, one more thing. I hereby proclaim you as one of my all-time favorite authors.