The Demon in the Wood

This is getting four stars because it was written well and we get a complete picture as to why the Darkling became who he is and why he created the monstrosities in the future. HOWEVER, I'm not nor have I ever digged the Darkling. There are major abusive behaviors that we should not romanticize and/or give reverence to.

With that said... it's baffling that his mother had the reaction she did in the future when you clearly see that he is exactly as she intended him to be and become. She is one of the primary reasons he is calculating and murderous. To be honest, I don't think he is capable of love.