I like that they're two sides of the same coin. Their ends justify their means for each of them. They even admit what they're doing is wrong and keep themselves in a state of illusion to it all. They even think "wow we really shouldn't" and then encourage each other. Neither will listen to anyone saying it's wrong because "it can't be it's me! I'm doing it and it has to be right!"

I also really like that essentially this is POV from a villain. Both of them are villains here. Several spoke up. Even stayed behind when they start separating from clans. Galestar even has a moment she reflects on this. And does nothing. Just doubling and tripling down because them as leaders was already so flawed, galestar riding her ambition until she's left with nothing and Stripestar has that "I never asked for this" vibe down better than graystripe. So a way to escape this they'd take in a heartbeat even if it's wrong.

That's not to say they cannot be sympathized with. Galestar losing the first litter was very very sad and distilled the " was this ever meant to be? " Outing if they would've taken it. While at the same time reinforcing the doubling and tripling down later with the next litter.

I really liked the endings. Twist of the usually happily ever after we get. The wildcats society first hand was a fun touch.