Thursday, June 1, 2023

Justine recommends "Even Though I Knew the End" by C.L. Polk


Even Though I Knew the End is short but jam-packed read filled with magic, love, and noir.  The story is about a magical detective who is offered one last job before her bargain with a demon is up.  If she finds Chicago's most notorious serial killer, the demon with her soul will return it in exchange.  She can't resist, as she dreams of growing old with the woman she loves out in San Francisco.

If you're a fan of the TV series Supernatural, I definitely recommend this novella.  The whole thing has echoes of the show, from hunting demons to awkward angels very bad at social conventions.  Additionally, it has been nominated in the 2022 Nebula Awards for Best Novella.  It has some tough competition from A Prayer for the Crown-Shy, but I'm cheering for this one!




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