Okay, this was the one series of Kristen's that got me over the edge to find the second book and read it. I was again pleasantly surprised that this series is so fun and has so few editing errors compared to her other novels that I had read. She's definitely improved as a writer here and has gotten a better editor.
I find this series fun and entertaining. My favorite feature is the talking wands - often they add a bit of levity to the situation and their sarcasm is delightfully witty. They're what I would envision very old magical objects being like, and the fun details in the book from "real life" help ground the story.
I also think she's done a service to the romance in this novel, but having it played with a light touch it makes it much more interesting and a fun part of the story rather than BEING the story which tends to be a problem with paranormal books.
I hope she writes another one, I would read it! This seems like it needs another one to close out the series (or keep it going, hint, hint!).
I'll definitely keep an eye out for Kristen's future work, she seems to be coming along well as a writer.