Lightning Runes

Authors: Harry Turtledove
Series: Book 2 in the City of Shadows series
Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy
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Release Date: 2026
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About the book

All your favorite characters from the hugely popular and critically acclaimed Twice as Dead are back in this exhilarating follow-up to the first book in the City of Shadows series.

Jack Mitchell, a tough former military detective, is called upon to assist musician Oscar Ricks in looking into Grampus Records. However, he must be cautious in dealing with the ruthless mob that controls this alternate version of 1940's Los Angeles, where the living and the undead coexist.

Jack's personal life adds another layer of complexity to the investigation. As he delves deeper into the case, he faces various dangers, ranging from physical confrontations to supernatural perils.

In order to survive and crack the case, Jack must rely on his intelligence, past experiences, unexpected allies, and his instinctive street smarts to navigate the treacherous world of criminals, magic, and personal loyalties.