Part of Sookie Stackhouse, book 5
First published 2006
Sookie Stackhouse watches her brother Jason's eyes begin to shift color. She recognizes the signs. He will transform into a were-panther when the full moon rises. But Jason faces a more immediate danger than his first supernatural transformation. A sniper has begun targeting the local shapeshifter community with deadly precision. The panther pack points their suspicions directly at Jason. They believe the newest member of their group might be the one hunting them. Sookie refuses to accept their accusations. She launches her own investigation to identify the real shooter. The full moon approaches steadily. Sookie must uncover the truth before the killer strikes again. She also must prove Jason's innocence before the were-panthers decide to eliminate their suspected threat. The sniper remains active and dangerous. Sookie realizes she may become the next target if she gets too close to the truth.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, paranormal, urban-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, investigation
Setting: Africa
Period: 21st-century
295 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Ace Books
Content warnings: violence