As the ending to a series, this novel left a lot of loose ends - but that is a lot like life, after all. Wren is trying to deal with the emotional aftermath of the war they have just survived. Her relationship with Sergei is tenuous - both of them are trying to figure out more healthy ways to support each other. And Wren's friendship with PB is solidified. ( )

Great (temporary) wrap up to the Retrievers series! Loved the insight into P.B.'s background and the connection with him and Wren. ( )

Amazon preorder,Amazon received

It feels like a spoiler, but since Gilman says this at the front of the book, I suppose it isn't: Blood From Stone is the last Retrievers novel, at least for a time. She's moving on to focus on other characters in the Cosa Nostradamus universe. I wasn't happy to read that, but after reading the book, I'm okay with it.Blood From Stone definitely isn't a book to start with if you're new to Gilman's work. The Retrievers series really does need to be read sequentially. If you have read the rest, you know that Gilman has developed a very interesting universe and some very well-developed characters in the series. Book 6 doesn't disappoint at all, and brings the major plot threads to a very satisfactory close. I can't be more specific without real spoilers, though!I'm definitely looking forward to reading the next novel in the universe, which will focus on Bonnie and the PUPIs (Private, Unaffiliated, Paranormal Investigators). I adore CSI, Bones, NCIS and the like, so I'm curious as to how forensics will work in urban fantasy settings. Jes Battis' A Flash of Hex is supposed to be waiting for me at the library, so by the time I get to Hard Magic I'll have something else to compare it to. ( )

As the New York area Cosa work to reforge bonds and establish new patterns of alliance, and Wren and Sergei struggle to make their relationship work, a new menace looms to threaten the fragile peace. Someone, or some thing is stalking PB.

It's good to see the series going in a new direction, and I'm glad Wren and Sergei are getting another chance! ( )