Anyone who knows me or who has read my review of Thief will already realise I am a big fan of Sarah-Jane Lehoux. I was therefore eagerly anticipating the release of her second novel Shades of War. Believe me, it wasn’t a disappointment.
Starting off in familiar territory Sevy finds herself on a reluctant quest that leads her into the unexpected, meeting up with old friends and finding new enemies. Mind you, Sevy collects enemies like a stray dog collects fleas.
The plot snakes throughout the book ensnaring your imagination. Complex tales are told and the character’s pasts are revealed through the layers of shed words. Prey and predator are taken on a sinuous journey culminating at a destination of pain intermingled with joy.
Shades of War is no less than a fabulous follow up to Thief. Follow @sarahjanelehoux on Twitter and tell her to hurry up and finish her third book Masquerade as this world needs more Sevy!
Buy Shades of War (and Thief) at Mundania Press, Amazon or Waterstones to mention a few places.
