I had never read anything by this author before, but I found this novel free on Kindle and decided to give it a shot. It's a short read, about 64 pages, but it is a terrific story. It blends science fiction with fantasy and it is unlike anything I have ever read. I am not a huge sci fi fan normally, so I am always pleasantly surprised when I find something that appeals to me. The fantasy world exists perfectly alongside the real world and makes for a fantastically interesting story. Even more interesting to me is that the author is a man and writes such strong and real female characters. He captures the "strong but vulnerable" aspect that I enjoy in realistic women characters. The mix of mystery, magic, and science fiction was wonderful. I have seen this book listed in some places as the start of a series, and I truly hope that is the case.
