I think that was intentional *mild spoilers* (Destiny)

by CruelLEGACEY , Toronto, Friday, June 12, 2015, 13:28 (3246 days ago) @ Durandal

By the time you get to the 3rd book, the sense of dread is palpable. There's a strong feeling of "inevitability" about the whole thing that makes the flood terrifying. The Forerunners feel powerless to stop them.

As far as the 2nd book goes, what made the whole thing worthwhile for me was Guilty Spark's "creation". The transition happened gradually, in pieces. It's difficult to pinpoint the moment when he stopped being who he was, and became who he is. I thought the tragedy and sense of loss was beautifully written.