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Synopsis
In New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison's most complex and nuanced adventure yet, bounty hunter and witch Rachel Morgan fights a deadly battle—mind, body, and soulBlack Magic SanctionRachel Morgan has fought and hunted vampires, werewolves, banshees, demons, and other supernatural dangers as both witch and bounty hunter—and lived to tell the tale. But she's never faced off against her own kind . . . until now. Denounced and shunned for dealing with demons and black magic, her best hope is life imprisonment—at worst, a forced lobotomy and genetic slavery. Only her enemies are strong enough to help her win her freedom, but trust comes hard when it hinges on the unscrupulous tycoon Trent Kalamack, the demon Algaliarept, and an ex-boyfriend turned thief.It takes a witch to catch a witch, but survival bears a heavy price.
Black Magic Sanction (Rachel Morgan, Book 8): content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Contains strong supernatural violence, mature themes of persecution and imprisonment, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. The protagonist deals with demons and black magic, facing threats of lobotomy and genetic slavery.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include torture, violence, and imprisonment (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens and adults who love urban fantasy will enjoy Rachel's fight for survival against her own kind in this action-packed paranormal adventure.