Shifter

Name: Shifter
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ISBN: 9781387761036

✍️ H R Green

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4.4

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A Chicago detective confronts shape-shifting entities demanding revenge for past crimes.

Jon Dall is a veteran homicide investigator who has encountered fanatical cults and alleged possessions during his career. He thought he was done with the occult until an ancient race called Shifters emerged. These beings can become anything they wish by thinking it. They target Dall for personal retribution regarding an event from nearly ten years ago. The plot tracks how these entities expose what Dall really is before he realizes it himself. He navigates a near-future Chicago populated by new enemies and unexpected allies. The narrative focuses on the intersection of police work and supernatural threats.

Key Themes

homicide investigation ancient race retribution shape-shifting beings

Literary Context

The story is set in a near-future version of Chicago, Illinois. It blends police procedural elements with urban fantasy tropes involving ancient supernatural races. The narrative draws on traditions of shapeshifting mythology and occult horror within a modern American city context.

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🏛 Lulu.com 📅 2022 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781387761036

📝 Description: Shifter

Detective Jon Dall works homicides in Chicago, a career that has exposed him to cults, possessions, and aspiring werewolves. He believed his encounters with the occult were behind him until an ancient group known as Shifters appeared. These beings can take any form through thought alone. They seek retribution against Dall for actions he took nearly a decade prior. The narrative follows his personal account of how these entities threatened to destroy his life and reveal his true nature before he understood it himself. Dall faces new enemies and allies in this near-future Chicago setting. The story examines the consequences of past mistakes and the hidden world that exists alongside modern policing. Green, the author, presents a tale where supernatural forces intersect with police procedure. This book suits readers interested in urban fantasy mixed with detective fiction. It may not appeal to those seeking traditional historical horror or pure non-fiction accounts of criminal investigations.

💎 Our verdict on Shifter

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Horror Reads editorial team

Horror desk

Green delivers a tense narrative that effectively merges police procedure with supernatural horror. The concept of Shifters, beings who manifest forms through thought, provides a fresh take on shape-shifting lore. Jon Dall’s journey from veteran investigator to target of ancient retribution creates a compelling psychological arc. The near-future Chicago setting adds atmospheric weight to the conflict between past crimes and present consequences. While it may not satisfy readers seeking historical horror or pure true crime, it excels in its specific niche. The exploration of hidden worlds alongside modern policing is handled with clarity. This is a solid entry for fans of urban fantasy who appreciate procedural elements mixed with cosmic dread and personal stakes.

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📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

This novel appeals strongly to readers who enjoy the intersection of gritty detective work and supernatural horror. Those fascinated by the concept of shape-shifting entities and ancient vendettas will find the premise compelling. It is ideal for fans of urban fantasy who prefer a protagonist navigating hidden worlds alongside modern policing. Readers interested in psychological horror that examines past mistakes and identity will also appreciate the narrative's focus on personal revelation. The book offers a unique blend of procedural investigation and fantastical threat, making it suitable for those seeking a story where the supernatural intrudes directly upon the mundane realities of law enforcement.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Horror Reads —

Reader rating

4.4

Based on 1 reviews

Horror Reads editorial team

Green delivers a tense narrative that effectively merges police procedure with supernatural horror. The concept of Shifters, beings who manifest forms through thought, provides a fresh take on shape-shifting lore. Jon Dall’s journey from veteran investigator to target of ancient retribution creates a compelling psychological arc. The near-future Chicago setting adds atmospheric weight to the conflict between past crimes and present consequences. While it may not satisfy readers seeking historical horror or pure true crime, it excels in its specific niche. The exploration of hidden worlds alongside modern policing is handled with clarity. This is a solid entry for fans of urban fantasy who appreciate procedural elements mixed with cosmic dread and personal stakes.