The Gadda must find the rogue before human and gadda are both destroyed ... third book in an irresistible new urban fantasy

'a rollicking romp' tHE COURIER MAILAsarlai has set loose one of the most dangerous gadda who has ever lived. As she regains control of her plans, she finds a powerful ally and the pressure builds to stop her and retrieve the Forbidden texts before she can change the world forever.Hampton Rourke is convinced he's not the right man to be leading the search for Asarlai. He's come so close and failed so many times - what guarantee is there he can ultimately succeed? When the clues lead to Boston and he stumbles upon one of the fabled lost families, Hampton faces challenges that will test his faith not just in himself, but in his power.to make the situation even more complicated, Hampton finds himself unwillingly drawn to Charlotte Haraldson, a woman who hates gadda and power. But she might hold the secret to finally stopping Asarlai for good. Does he dare risk his heart for the sake of all gadda?Praise for Nicole Murphy:'engaging' DAILY tELEGRAPH'compelling' KIWI REVIEWS