Shadows Over Seattle: Prequels 1-6

Explore the exciting and scary paranormal world that most Seattle residents are unaware of.
There is a world that the mortals sometimes glimpse in shadows or dreams, so beware where you walk at night, and guard your dreams well. Because there really are things that go bump in the night!
This collection of six interconnected urban fantasy short stories serves up a series of bite-sized tastes of the broader universe of the upcoming “Shadows Over Seattle” novels.

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Reviews

Shadows You Can Almost Touch. Seattle has never felt so eerie and alive. These interconnected stories peel back the veil of the city we think we know and reveal a dark, hidden world lurking in the shadows. Each tale is short but leaves you with that deliciously creepy feeling that someone or something is watching.

Jarvis

I enjoyed reading these short stories. Interesting situations and characters to enjoy. Some made me laugh, some sad at times but had fun reading them. Enjoyed the characters and guessing what would happen next. I received an early copy and this is my opinion.

Christy

Six urban fantasy short tales that were well written and had very interesting storylines. Contain paranormal worlds with unique characters. Enjoyable reads that I would certainly recommend.

JPhillips

I didn’t expect a short story collection set in Seattle’s supernatural underbelly to feel this cohesive, but Shadows Over Seattle really pulled me in.

I finished it yesterday, and what stood out most was how each of the six interconnected stories adds another layer to this hidden paranormal world. I especially liked the wolf shifter storylines with Richard Parsons—his struggles with his past, the gang history, and his personal demons made him feel more like a flawed person than just a supernatural archetype. The museum break-in angle in “Under a Hunter’s Moon” had a nice mix of tension and emotional weight.

Then there’s the tonal shift across stories, like going from shifter drama to military operations in Iraq in “Wolves in the Desert,” which sounds like it shouldn’t fit in the same collection, but surprisingly does because of the underlying supernatural thread. That one in particular had a more grounded, gritty feel that reminded me of military thrillers I’ve read, just with an added layer of something not quite human lurking beneath it all.

I also enjoyed the bar setting in “April Fool”—the Devils Own feels like one of those places where everything can go wrong in the best possible way. The fae chaos and shifting reality gave it a playful but still unsettling edge.

If I had one small critique, a few transitions between stories felt a bit abrupt since they were originally written over different years, even though they’ve been updated for consistency.

Still, this is a strong urban fantasy sampler with variety, atmosphere, and a genuinely interesting shared universe. I’d recommend it to readers who enjoy supernatural short stories, shapeshifters, vampires, and darker urban fantasy with a gritty, interconnected world.

Kaia Robinson

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Explore the exciting and scary paranormal world that most Seattle residents are unaware of.

There is a world that the mortals sometimes glimpse in shadows or dreams, so beware where you walk at night, and guard your dreams well. Because there really are things that go bump in the night!

This collection of six interconnected urban fantasy short stories serves up a series of bite-sized tastes of the broader universe of the upcoming “Shadows Over Seattle” novels.

“Shadows Over Seattle: Prequels 1-6” is a collection of urban fantasy short stories interconnected with the broader universe of the upcoming “Shadows Over Seattle” novels. This collection invites readers to explore an exciting and scary paranormal world that most Seattle residents are unaware of. The first three stories are available individually, two have only been published in anthologies, and “The Challenge” is an entirely new story just for this collection.

“Under A Hunter’s Moon” 

Richard Parsons is a rebellious wolf shifter who grew up in Seattle’s teen gangs. His knack for finding trouble has often drawn the police’s attention.

When a traveling exhibition returns to the McCaw Museum, Richard has personal reasons to visit it after hours. However, his bold plan takes an unexpected turn when a particular display brings painful memories to the surface. Can Richard confront the demons of his past before the police discover he is there?

“The Lupine’s Call”

Richard Parsons is a shapeshifter who struggles with a drinking problem—the latter being something his girlfriend is very aware of. She is determined to help him sober up, but their constant arguments are only making things worse. After storming out of their apartment during another heated dispute, he worries that this might be his first mistake of the night.

Will Richard’s drinking lead him into more trouble than he can handle?

“Wolves In The Desert”

When his squad is deployed to Iraq, Gunnery Sergeant Garfield Feldman leads them in a series of operations against forces loyal to Saddam Hussein. Recently, rumors have spread around the base that the enemy has acquired new tactics and discovered ways to ambush Marine units from buildings that have been declared clear.

Feldman’s team has been ordered to conduct a snatch-and-grab mission in enemy-held territory. However, the question remains: what lies behind those walls, and what can Feldman do to ensure the mission’s success?

“Appointment With Death”

Officer Agneta Dottasen of the Seattle Police Department has had a hectic night. With her partner out sick, she has been assigned to support other officers. However, a call to investigate reports of a traffic accident could change her night—and perhaps her entire life.

“April Fool”

Art Kiger owns the Devils Own, a quiet bar that serves the supernatural community. He can always tell when April Fools’ Day is approaching as the sudden influx of fae customers signals the pranks to come. However, one unexpected encounter forces him to confront the beast within.

Detective Janice Cooperfield is unaware of the chaotic day that awaits her. After waking from a car crash, she finds herself in unfamiliar surroundings, faced with creatures that parents use to scare their children.

Can the two of them survive the prank being played on them? Or will they be forced to navigate the schemes of a power neither can fully understand?

“The Challenge”

Art Kiger summons the lupine pack to discuss a threat from some new vampires in town, but he finds himself dealing with an entirely different challenge.

Will Art rise to the occasion, or will he find himself taking on more than he can handle?

Published by: Timothy Bateson
Release Date: April 30, 2024
ISBN13: 979-8230682615
ASIN: B0F2LT8WDH