
Nights of Sin by Matthew Cook
First, a confession: I haven't actually read Blood Magic, the novel that precedes Nights of Sin. However, kudos to Matthew Cook for never letting me get lost. Everything I needed to know was provided to me, and in a way that flowed naturally with the story rather than feeling infodumpy.
Nights of Sin begins with a harrowing description of Kirin, the heroine, attempting to shepherd her lover, Lia, safely through a dangerous blizzard. Kirin is a necromancer who has vowed to renounce her powers, and this is the first of many crises that will test her resolve.
Upon reaching the Imperial City, Kirin and Lia face new problems. The city is under siege by the terrifying Mor, a race of six-limbed, telepathic creatures of superhuman size and strength. Kirin joins the troops charged with defending t... Read More