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Trail of Lightning

Written by: Rebecca Roanhorse
Narrated by: Tanis Parenteau
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The sudden rising waters of a climate apocalypse have destroyed most of the planet…yet out of these waters, Dinétah, a former Navajo reservation, has been miraculously reborn. Listen along as Tanis Parenteau's impeccable narration, capturing the rhythms of Navajo speech, fully envelopes you into the Sixth World. 

When Dinétah needs help finding a missing girl, Maggie - a monster hunter and supernatural killer - is its last, best hope. Trail of Lightning follows our heroine as she walks the land alongside gods, heroes of legend, and monsters alike. Reluctantly, she enlists the aid of an unconventional medicine man, and together they travel Dinétah, unraveling clues from ancient legends and trading favors with tricksters. As Maggie discovers the truth behind the killings, she will have to confront her past if she wants to survive - for what she uncovers about the monster she is sent to find is much more terrifying than anything she could imagine.   

©2018 Rebecca Roanhorse (P)2018 Audible, Inc.

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intriguing and violent

This is a brutal world with a complex mythology. A nigh classic story of gods walking the earth.

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Phenomenal

This was such an excellent book. I never felt as though it dragged, or that characters were left undeveloped, and it kept me guessing til the end! As well as the excellent storytelling, this is an important book because it brings much-needed Indigenous voices and traditions into the world of fiction writing. The narrator is sure in her pronunciations, and does an excellent job. In addition, unlike many books, I felt like the romance aspects of the book were true to what it's like for trauma survivors, and for once didn't leave me feeling awkward while listening.
All around, a stellar book and performance. Can't wait to get the next one!!

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I'm addicted to well-written urban fantasy

I loved that it's read by a Metis actress! And I can't stop talking about this book, I think my friends are just smiling and nodding as I fangirl at this point.

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Love love loved it

This was a great take on coyote and the story was great I love that an indigenous write is actually writing about indigenous mythos and such not just another yt lady writing about a native and making money

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if you like urban fantasy...

So good. If you like Dresden and Iron Druid; give this a listen. The world is so fascinating; post-apactoliptic, native magic, with all the mystery of gods and double crossing immortals.

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excellent YA

I really enjoyed this! Indigenous monster slayer? Yes please! Wonderfully written and the performance was great!

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couldn't put down

A mesmerizing tale told that had me holding my breath. I can't wait to hear the next book.

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predictable

predictable and kinda boring. wish the was more to the story. characters need more depth.

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