Name: A Shift in Shadows by Maddox Grey
Item: A Shift in Shadows
Author: Trenzle Review

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Nemain, a cat shapeshifter who was rescued from captivity by her ex-boyfriend Sebastian, a warlock, and a swarm of vampires, is dealing with PTSD, trauma, and betrayal. Nemain notices that Sebastian’s hunt for her has become more intense after regaining a sense of normalcy.

Nemain and her supporters, including Magos, the vampire who freed her from imprisonment (and torture), set out to defeat him and his goals because they think the reason is because of her odd magical talents. Nemain discovers a deeper scheme as she explores the realms where humans, fae, and other magical beings live.

Sebastian, the warlocks, and the vampires are all involved in this one, and they will stop at nothing to get Nemain back into their hands. In the meantime, Nemain looks into why her magic is so different from everyone else’s and what will happen to her if (not when) anyone finds out about her true power.

All supernatural beings, including fairies, mermaids, warlocks, witches, vampires, werewolves, and others, live side by side with humans in the world the author has imagined (some of who know of their existence). This universe is more magical than those created by previous authors because magic is still a mystery to all of the supernaturals.

Please be aware that some readers may be triggered by the book’s level of violence. This urban fantasy romance (A Shift in Shadows) is the first in a new series. The protagonist is a cat shapeshifter who battles PTSD, trauma, and betrayal as she pursues retribution and safety (for herself and for those she cares about).

Fans of this genre won’t find anything particularly surprising about the plot or the character development in this novel, but the world-building is what really stands out. The cliffhanger at the end of the book also informs readers that there will be more even though the conflict is resolved. This novel will appeal to readers who like Amelia Hutchins, Heather Killough-Walden, Laurell K. Hamilton, Ilona Andrews, and Seanan McGuire.

About The Book

Nemain is a feline shapeshifter with dangerous skills and even more dangerous magic. Her entire life she has hidden her magic from the fae, daemons, and every other being that inhabits the human realm and beyond. But now her former lover turned enemy, Sebastian, is hot on her trail after she escaped from him with the help of an old friend. The warlock is relentless in his pursuit…and he knows Nemain’s secret.

Seeking refuge in the daemon-run town of Emerald Bay on the Washington coast, Nemain works with her friends to ensure she is finally ready to face Sebastian when he finds her. It’s only a matter of time until he does. But soon she learns it’s not just Sebastian after her, the leaders of the warlocks know about her magic and they now seek her as well. To make matters worse, they’ve enlisted the vampires to help them.

With her enemies closing in around her, Nemain must fight to keep herself free and her loved ones safe. All while keeping her magic a secret. Because if the fae and daemons find out about her magic and what she truly is, they won’t want to capture her. Nemain poses too great of a threat to be allowed to live, if her secrets become known….Nemain’s life will be forfeit.

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