Audiobook Review: Thunderbird Falls by C. E. Murphy

Thunderbird Falls
Author: C. E. Murphy
Narrator: Gabra Zackman
Series: The Walker Papers (Book 2)
Publication: Harlequin Books (May 31, 2006)
Length: 9 hours and 50 minutes

Description: For all the bodies she's encountering, you'd think beat cop Joanne Walker works in Homicide. But no, Joanne's a reluctant shaman who last saved mankind three months ago; surely she deserves more of a break! Yet, incredibly, "Armageddon, Take Two" is mere days away.

There's not a minute to waste. But when her spirit guide inexplicably disappears, Joanne needs help from other sources. Especially after she accidentally unleashes Lower World demons on Seattle. Damn. With the mother of all showdowns gathering force, it's the worst possible moment for Joanne to realize she should have learned more about controlling her powers.

My Thoughts: Former police department mechanic and reluctant shaman Joane Walker finds herself in the middle of another plot that will unleash Lower World demons on a Seattle already experiencing a heat wave. 

Joanne is recruited into a coven which plans to bring an ancient savior back to the world. But first they have to bring back all sorts of demons. Joanne hasn't learned much about her shaman magic since she first discovered she had it and doesn't feel ready to take on new challenges.

But when her friend Gary has a heart attack and her spirit guide disappears, Joanne is left on her own to deal with Seattle's magical problems. 

I liked this urban fantasy story which draws a lot from Native American mythology. Joanne is an interesting character and powerful if reluctant hero. 

This is either the second or the third book in The Walker Papers depending on if you believe Amazon or Fantastic Fiction. In any case, it is part of a nine-book series. The story is packed with action and adventure. 

I bought this one October 28, 2021. You can buy your copy here.