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Stray Dogs: The Burke Misadventures Book 1
The Burke siblings are damn good at what they do. And what they do? Well, that’s not good at all.
Performing wet work for the Order of Magic’s Black Operations, the Burkes keep order in a chaotic world. But when their handler doubts their loyalty, snarky firebrand Ed and cerebral illusionist Des find themselves on the wrong end of a mage hunt.
Forget getting paid, surviving the Order’s most accomplished killer becomes the Burkes’ top priority.
Old friends won’t take their calls, so the Burkes turn to an old enemy instead — a shapeshifter who supplies uneasy alliances, personal epiphanies, and stomach butterflies in equal measure.
STRAY DOGS is a queer author’s love letter to Urban Fantasy, for fans of THE DRESDEN FILES, HARD MAGIC, and SUPERNATURAL.
Performing wet work for the Order of Magic’s Black Operations, the Burkes keep order in a chaotic world. But when their handler doubts their loyalty, snarky firebrand Ed and cerebral illusionist Des find themselves on the wrong end of a mage hunt.
Forget getting paid, surviving the Order’s most accomplished killer becomes the Burkes’ top priority.
Old friends won’t take their calls, so the Burkes turn to an old enemy instead — a shapeshifter who supplies uneasy alliances, personal epiphanies, and stomach butterflies in equal measure.
STRAY DOGS is a queer author’s love letter to Urban Fantasy, for fans of THE DRESDEN FILES, HARD MAGIC, and SUPERNATURAL.
Praise For Stray Dogs:
Sign me up for the series!
"I didn't know what to expect beyond the understanding I was getting an Urban Fantasy book, a genre I love. I figured I'd casually read it over the next few days, enjoying it on my downtime. Instead, I couldn’t put the book down.
Sure, it hits all the buttons of an action-packed, magic-slinging story, and well written one at that, but in so many ways it exhibits much more. The author threaded the world with interesting pieces that made up the engrossing whole: dynamic characters, mysterious organizations, you name it. Reading it was like watching the first John Wick and wondering about this extraordinary setting you only get a glimpse of. I trust more will come into light over the rest of the series, in fact I look forward to it.
But my favorite aspect had to be the relationship between the Burke siblings. Watching them grow over the course of the novel, considering Ed/Morgan's transition, had me tearing up. Thank goodness for the hysterical pop culture references to keep me chuckling. So that brings me back to what I think is one of the strongest points of this book. Quite frankly the fantasy book world needs more champions for the LGBT community, and I think Stray Dogs hits the mark.
I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series, but pick up a copy and see for yourself. You won't regret it."
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Deep characterization adds real depth to this fun urban fantasy romp
"What would be an enjoyable but relatively straightforward urban fantasy romp is made seriously compelling through surprising depth in characterization. the way the relationship dynamic between the burke siblings progresses through the novel kept me really invested and made the stakes in the action scenes feel real and impactful. the tone and humor felt reminiscent, in the best way, of the Dresden Files without feeling derivative. I highly recommend!!"
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Snarky, bloody and fun
"The interplay between the 2 siblings makes this book, rough love is probably an accurate description. The magic system is well thought out. The transition is poignantly described with an elegant solution. Can’t wait for book 2."
"I didn't know what to expect beyond the understanding I was getting an Urban Fantasy book, a genre I love. I figured I'd casually read it over the next few days, enjoying it on my downtime. Instead, I couldn’t put the book down.
Sure, it hits all the buttons of an action-packed, magic-slinging story, and well written one at that, but in so many ways it exhibits much more. The author threaded the world with interesting pieces that made up the engrossing whole: dynamic characters, mysterious organizations, you name it. Reading it was like watching the first John Wick and wondering about this extraordinary setting you only get a glimpse of. I trust more will come into light over the rest of the series, in fact I look forward to it.
But my favorite aspect had to be the relationship between the Burke siblings. Watching them grow over the course of the novel, considering Ed/Morgan's transition, had me tearing up. Thank goodness for the hysterical pop culture references to keep me chuckling. So that brings me back to what I think is one of the strongest points of this book. Quite frankly the fantasy book world needs more champions for the LGBT community, and I think Stray Dogs hits the mark.
I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series, but pick up a copy and see for yourself. You won't regret it."
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Deep characterization adds real depth to this fun urban fantasy romp
"What would be an enjoyable but relatively straightforward urban fantasy romp is made seriously compelling through surprising depth in characterization. the way the relationship dynamic between the burke siblings progresses through the novel kept me really invested and made the stakes in the action scenes feel real and impactful. the tone and humor felt reminiscent, in the best way, of the Dresden Files without feeling derivative. I highly recommend!!"
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Snarky, bloody and fun
"The interplay between the 2 siblings makes this book, rough love is probably an accurate description. The magic system is well thought out. The transition is poignantly described with an elegant solution. Can’t wait for book 2."
Get it here:
On Amazon (Paperback, Kindle, Kindle Unlimited)
On Amazon (Paperback, Kindle, Kindle Unlimited)
Cover by Natasha Snow Designs
Guard Dogs: The Burke Misadventures Book 2
Never thought we'd live to see the day...
As former Order of Magic wetwork operators, the Burke siblings are keen to reform their bloody ways, but between a ritual serial killer on the loose and a cabal of kidnappers using mind-control, they have their work cut out for them.
Bolstered by a new batch of allies, the Burkes are up against the clock before their targets strike again. When their cases collide in the most unexpected way possible, the siblings are forced to reexamine everything they hold dear… and who they can trust.
GUARD DOGS is the second installment of the Burke Misadventures, a queer author’s love letter to urban fantasy. Come for the magic and mystery, stay for the siblings and snark.
As former Order of Magic wetwork operators, the Burke siblings are keen to reform their bloody ways, but between a ritual serial killer on the loose and a cabal of kidnappers using mind-control, they have their work cut out for them.
Bolstered by a new batch of allies, the Burkes are up against the clock before their targets strike again. When their cases collide in the most unexpected way possible, the siblings are forced to reexamine everything they hold dear… and who they can trust.
GUARD DOGS is the second installment of the Burke Misadventures, a queer author’s love letter to urban fantasy. Come for the magic and mystery, stay for the siblings and snark.
Praise For Guard Dogs:
Kept me up late to finish
"This is a terrific continuation to the Burke's story. I read through this one in short order and it definitely left me wanting more. I just love the banter in these books but more importantly, the story kept me on my toes. Just when I thought I knew where a particular story arc was headed, bam, there would be a twist that would totally take me by surprise."
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Worth the wait
"The Burkes are at it again, and they’re not alone but heading their own team. That’s right, team. They’re backed by a new crew that really grew on me, particularly Katie. Honestly, I wanted more chapters with her. I liked seeing our old heroes through fresh eyes.
This time around the book feels a bit more noir, but it’s lightened by amusing scenarios and the characters’ wit, shaking up the genre. Not to spoil anything, but there were some intriguing twists I did not expect; more credit to the author for not tipping their hand when in the perspective of various characters. Like the last book, the author kept me smiling with character banter. It has one of my favorite lines about kneecaps in all of literature.
What continued to enthrall me throughout this book is how normal this world feels, like any of this was plausible. Not every Urban Fantasy can pull that off. Hats off to the author for the ability to do so."
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Never a dull moment!
"This is a fun adventure that keeps you on your toes. The Burke siblings do not lead dull lives. They are continually challenged and able to match their wits and skills against the best. They are like a whirlwind storm and this time, they have a supporting cast of equally talented allies. Fast moving, riveting the reader is not disappointed or able to put the books down."
"This is a terrific continuation to the Burke's story. I read through this one in short order and it definitely left me wanting more. I just love the banter in these books but more importantly, the story kept me on my toes. Just when I thought I knew where a particular story arc was headed, bam, there would be a twist that would totally take me by surprise."
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Worth the wait
"The Burkes are at it again, and they’re not alone but heading their own team. That’s right, team. They’re backed by a new crew that really grew on me, particularly Katie. Honestly, I wanted more chapters with her. I liked seeing our old heroes through fresh eyes.
This time around the book feels a bit more noir, but it’s lightened by amusing scenarios and the characters’ wit, shaking up the genre. Not to spoil anything, but there were some intriguing twists I did not expect; more credit to the author for not tipping their hand when in the perspective of various characters. Like the last book, the author kept me smiling with character banter. It has one of my favorite lines about kneecaps in all of literature.
What continued to enthrall me throughout this book is how normal this world feels, like any of this was plausible. Not every Urban Fantasy can pull that off. Hats off to the author for the ability to do so."
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Never a dull moment!
"This is a fun adventure that keeps you on your toes. The Burke siblings do not lead dull lives. They are continually challenged and able to match their wits and skills against the best. They are like a whirlwind storm and this time, they have a supporting cast of equally talented allies. Fast moving, riveting the reader is not disappointed or able to put the books down."
