In the Midst of Magic by Christian Cura

A relentless, action-packed take on mystics in the mainstream, In the Midst of Magic by Christian Cura is a refreshingly original work of urban fantasy. Haunted by her brother’s death at the necromantic hand of her closest friend, Kara hides her powers from the world. However, when she is tasked by her editor to capture a femme fatale demon hunter in action, she is drawn back into the deadly realms of magic, and a powerful connection she cannot deny. Moving at a blistering pace, this is adrenaline-fueled storytelling at its best, yet it still manages to explore challenging themes of trauma, grief, lost potential, betrayal, and courage. The narrative execution occasionally allows magical battles to obscure the plot, but sharp dialogue and creative magical rules make this novel a spectacular read from start to finish.