A Fleeting Respite is the title of the volumes blurb, and it is very appropriate. Oliver and his friends go on a trip during the summer holiday, showing us the world of Spellblades with a focus on Katie and demi-humans. As such it is an entertaining and interesting read, although there is very little progress on the overall plot. I like the intermezzo, a breather before the start of the next drama and horror. All in all, a fun and entertaining read. Looking forward to the next volume both with anticipation and dread.