Draw One in the Dark

I enjoyed this book because it's a new look at an old trick. The perspective of the shifted person is nicely modified; the shifting is more laborious and even painful. Life is gritty, the dialogue is realistic, and the people are solid characters. I could see the events unfolding almost as if it had been an X-Files episode (in the good years). I'm looking forward to more of this author, and more of these characters. I plan to get a good seat in one of those booths by the window, along with a piece of pie and coffee, and just watch the story unfolding before my eyes.

Over the many years I've been reading science fiction and fantasy, I've seen many attempts to integrate `shifters' (people who can change into another physical form) into a plausible part of the modern world. This is the first work that succeeds, and on many levels. It is a good mystery, with enough clues to keep you guessing. The explanation of `shifters', and `shifting' in general, is seamlessly integrated in the story, without distracting from the action. It is also a coming of age tale. First-rate storytelling, characters you can see (and smell) and care about, a tale that starts off quickly and never slows down. So come into the diner, hang up your stuff, sit down and enjoy the ride.

This is a wonderful fast, funny book packaged in the worst cover I've ever seen. My copy, the cover has been removed and destroyed with prejudice. What's inside the cover is a modern take on the ancient shape-shifting myths, wrapped around an adventure as a young man terrified of losing his soul to the dragon within fights to stay ahead of Triads, mysterious killers, and a lovely young woman who is also a panther and who attracts him much more than he wants to admit. I couldn't put it down - it's a fantastic read. Just ignore the cover.

This book takes place in and a round a greasy spoon in Goldport Colorado. It follows the adventures of some tough minded night shifters working there that are just barely managing to keep their heads above water, right up until it rains. I'm usually good at spotting plot twists and this book kept me guessing and disbelieving until the end. Kudos to the newest author on my must buy list. It should also be noted that i read this book immediately after something by my favorite author and this book is still getting such a high rating.

The author was able to give a unique slant to the whole were-shifter concept. She has taken an old idea, and dragged it into the 21st century. I found the book to be a fast paced, exciting read. One difficult to put down, I found myself caring for the characters.... I heartily encourage everyone to invest in the purchase of this book, you won't be sorry. It is a great book!