Content levels
Positive tags
Hero archetypes
Heroine archetypes
Synopsis
On a planet of barren beauty, two religions--as different as sun and shadow, joy and grief--are bound together by death... A serial killer is stalking the priestesses of both sects--and Interfed Agent Cowen Drake must immerse himself in an unfamiliar world of stark spirituality to catch the killer. As world that will trap him between opulence and sacrifice, between desire and duty, and between two extraordinary women--one who could become the killer's ultimate victim... "A convincing view of human impulses toward both worldly and unworldly passions, with a touch of the otherworldly to bring it into the realm of science fiction." --*Locus* "Taut, realistic police work, an involving love story, and a fetching backdrop...well up to Shinn's previous high standards."--*Kirkus Reviews* This description comes from the publisher.
Wrapt in Crystal: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Parents should know this novel contains serial murder of religious figures, moderate violence in investigation scenes, and romantic/sexual content between the protagonist and love interests. The spiritual themes explore different religious philosophies.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will appreciate the atmospheric murder mystery combined with complex spiritual worldbuilding and a romantic subplot.