Part of Mercy Thompson, book 5
First published 2010
Mercy Thompson thought returning a borrowed fae book would be simple. The shapeshifting car mechanic had grabbed the powerful tome in desperation, but now she wants it gone. When she arrives at the bookstore, she finds it shuttered and abandoned. The book holds secrets that the fae will kill to protect, and Mercy has become their target. Meanwhile, her friend Samuel battles his wolf nature, teetering on the edge of losing control. If his werewolf father discovers Samuel's struggle, it could mean death. Mercy must shield Samuel while dodging fae assassins who want their book back at any cost. In a world where supernatural creatures hide among humans, Mercy has learned that some knowledge comes with a deadly price. She faces enemies who view her life as expendable and friends whose secrets could destroy them both. Mercy will need every skill she possesses to survive the consequences of a single borrowed book.
Genres: fantasy, supernatural, paranormal, urban-fantasy
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Bookstore
352 pages · Hardcover · Ace Books
Content warnings: violence