Charlie Hall is a skilled shadow thief operating in a world where magicians, known as gloamists, manipulate shadows to exert power. Though she's a master at stealing magical grimoires for these dangerous figures, Charlie is determined to leave her criminal past behind.
However, going straight isn't easy. Working a dive bar in the Berkshires, she remains entangled with the shadowy underworld. Her sister, Posey, desperately seeks magic, while Charlie's enigmatic, shadowless boyfriend harbors his own secrets. When a dangerous figure from her past returns, Charlie is plunged back into a deadly maelstrom of murder and deceit. Navigating a world of doppelgängers, powerful billionaires, and rival gloamists, Charlie must fight to survive and prevent a powerful secret from falling into the wrong hands – a secret that promises ultimate control over the shadow world.
Why You Should Read?
- Explore a unique dark urban fantasy world built around shadow manipulation and magical theft.
- Follow a witty and morally complex protagonist trying to outrun her past.
- Unravel a mystery packed with secret societies, dangerous magic, and unexpected betrayals.
- Experience a thrilling story with elements of heist, noir, and supernatural intrigue.