First published 2000
Private investigator Martin Zolotow finds himself drawn into the peculiar world of the Licking Valley Coon Hunters Club, where nothing is quite what it seems. What begins as a routine investigation quickly spirals into something far more complex and dangerous. Zolotow must navigate through layers of mystery while confronting elements that defy conventional explanation. The case pushes the seasoned detective into uncharted territory where his usual methods may not be enough. Science fiction elements collide with traditional detective work as Zolotow uncovers secrets that challenge his understanding of reality. Action sequences punctuate moments of investigation, while unexpected humor emerges from the most unlikely situations. Horror creeps in at the edges, transforming what could have been a straightforward case into something altogether more sinister. Zolotow's determination to solve the mystery drives him deeper into a world where the boundaries between genres blur and conventional rules no longer apply.
Genres: science-fiction, mystery, horror, thriller, detective, action
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, genre-blending
Setting: Licking Valley
173 pages · Paperback · Yard Dog Pr
Content warnings: violence