Where Shadows Meet is a genre-bending debut novel, building a world of monsters, gods, and vampire royalty. From the get-go, we’re immersed in a world with rich history and intricate mythology.
Two stories take place simultaneously. First, the story of Favre and Thana, their love and sacrifice, and the chaos that ensues when they descend from the heavenly realms. In the present day, the crown princess Leyla is faced with a perilous adventure to save her best friend. Leyla is aided by a seer, Najja, as they grapple with the implications of Favre’s pending return, all these years later.
The level of fantasy is exciting and not too dense. Ingham’s ability to build a believable and rich world comes from her descriptive and detailed writing. Willow’s snappy thoughts and dialogue can seem out of place in the depth of the world but she serves as a reminder of human failings. Willow’s desire for the devil becomes more prominent as the story progresses but there are plenty of other story points that keep the pages turning.
Sarah Fitz
Where Shadows Meet
Patrice Caldwell
Hot Key Books, 2025
Paperback, £8.99
ISBN: 9781471411861
