Who Would Like This Book:
This book is a heady mash-up of alternate history, Wild West grit, and magic - think gunslingers mixed with wizards and a fierce female lead at the center. The world-building is vivid and the action is nearly non-stop. Fans of strong, competent heroines, fast-paced adventures, and 'weird west' settings (like The Devil's Revolver or True Grit with a magical twist) will get a kick out of this series. If you enjoy stories packed with suspense, quirky alternate histories, and resourceful characters toughened by a brutal world, this one's for you!
Who May Not Like This Book:
The story can be relentlessly violent, with a body count that's hard to keep track of - which might be a turn-off for readers sensitive to graphic action. Some found the world-building occasionally intrusive, with big info-dumps breaking the flow. You might also find it hard to warm up to Gunnie Rose herself; she’s badass but prickly and a bit emotionally distant. If you want warm fuzzy moments, deep romance, or richly developed supporting characters, you might find this one a bit too focused on action at the expense of depth.
About:
In an alternate USA where the country is fractured and lawlessness abounds, Lizbeth Rose, a young gunnie with exceptional firearm skills, navigates a dangerous world as a hired protector. When she takes on a job from two Russian wizards to find a descendant of Rasputin, she finds herself embroiled in a suspenseful and unique adventure filled with magic, violence, and intrigue. Set in a Wild West-like setting with elements of alternate history and fantasy, the book follows Gunnie Rose's journey through a world where different factions vie for power and secrets lurk at every turn.
Lizbeth, known as Gunnie, is a strong and complex protagonist who stands out in this gritty, fast-paced tale. The book seamlessly combines elements of alternate history, magic, and Western genres to create a vivid and engaging universe where characters with diverse backgrounds and motivations come to life. The narrative is filled with action, twists, and hidden connections, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they delve into a world where danger and intrigue go hand in hand.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The story includes high levels of violence and themes of loss, revenge, and trauma, which may be triggering for some readers.
From The Publisher:
From the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse series, the inspiration for HBO's True Blood, comes "a gripping, twisty-turny, thrill ride of a read" (Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author) following a young gunslinging mercenary on deadly mission through the American Southwest.
In a fractured United States, a new world where magic is acknowledged but mistrusted, a young gunslinger named Lizbeth Rose takes a job offer from a pair of Russian wizards. Lizbeth Rose has a wildly fearsome reputation but these wizards are desperate. Searching the small border towns near Mexico, they're trying to locate a low-level magic practitioner believed to be a direct descendant of Grigori Rasputin.
As the trio journey through an altered America-shattered into several countries after the assassination of Franklin Roosevelt and the Great Depression-they're set on by enemies. It's clear that a powerful force does not want them to succeed in their mission. Lizbeth Rose has never failed a client, but this job may stretch her to her deadly limits.
"Immersive, involving, suspenseful and intriguing, with a main character you'll love" (Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author), An Easy Death is a fast-paced thriller of the highest order.
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So good. So original. More please!
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About the Author:
Charlaine Harris is a New York Times bestselling author who has been writing for over thirty years. She was born and raised in the Mississippi River Delta area. She has written four series, and two stand-alone novels, in addition to numerous short stories, novellas, and graphic novels (cowritten with Christopher Golden). Her Sookie Stackhouse books have appeared in twenty-five different languages and on many bestseller lists. They're also the basis of the HBO series True Blood. Harris now lives in Texas, and when she is not writing her own books, she reads omnivorously. Her house is full of rescue dogs.
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