Saffron Wilds by Kai Butler
San Amaro Investigations #6
LGBTQ Urban Fantasy
February 28, 2023 – Self Published

Review by Angela

This is such a fantastic urban fantasy series, that in my opinion, does not get enough attention. Saffron Wilds is the sixth book in the San Amaro Investigations series featuring Parker Ferro, a man who wears many hats… private investigator, consultant for the local police department, and The Windrose to the fae. Parker and his lover, now fiancee, Detective Nick King have always ended up right in the middle of every paranormal clash in the city and now it all seems to be coming to a head.

So much has happened throughout this series, so I’m not going to even attempt to bring everyone up to speed, but suffice it to say if you thought the old gods were gone after the events of the previous book, you are sadly mistaken. As with every book in the series, what starts out as a small case for Parker soon leads to a bigger investigation. In this case, a missing familiar turns into dead bodies and a traveling circus that only appears at midnight. The way this author manages to create so many plot threads and then expertly weave them all together by the end never fails to amaze me.

The entire cast of characters is back and they all play important roles in what turns out to be a battle between the old gods for control of the thousand realms. Parker and Nick are once again smack dab in the middle and they will need their newfound soul and spiritual connection to make it through. The next book in this series, which the author has said is the last, is sure to be a rollercoaster ride of exhilaration as Parker, Nick, and their allies will have to use everything in their arsenal to defeat what is coming. Not only is the Sun god back, but they seem to have allied with a certain former queen of the fae.

It’s hard to do this review justice because the series’ plot arc is just so intricate, but one thing I can tell you is that you won’t be disappointed. Everything from the worldbuilding to the characters, to the plotting, is so well done. Parker and Nick’s relationship has come full circle and I am excited to see them make promises and commitments to each other. Hopefully, readers will finally get that wedding with doves and fireworks soon. Their found family has gotten larger, and they are all so integral to the storyline. I don’t think there is anyone who I don’t enjoy seeing on page.

All in all, this is a fabulous addition to the series and I am on the edge of my seat waiting for the next installment. I can’t recommend this series enough. This is good stuff.

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