I always get really nervous reading the follow up to a book I LOVED.  Foundryside was amazing, I was so impressed with the introduction to the politics, magic and world that Bennett created.  Could I be as entertained with book two?  Would the shine have worn off?  I had to go back and re-acquaint myself with the characters and what happened in Foundryside before I tackled Shorefall.  That was no mean feat, since the story was so beautifully complex.  

Shorefall took what was started in Foundryside and expanded on it, creating an even more rich and complete vision of how all the characters are tied together.  I was completely satisfied with the continuation of the story, Bennett introduced new concepts and characters without losing what made me love the story in the first place.  So relieved!  Can't wait for number three!!