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Shades of Moonlight
When folklorist Kalla Jervis, arrives in Myanmar as part of a team of archaeologists researching the end of an ancient civilization, she expects problems translating the ancient Burmese language. Then she meets her translator, tall, dark and dangerous Simon Renault, a man both infuriating and attractive. With government soldiers threatening and attacks on the research team escalating, the dark dreams that haunt Kalla’s nights hint at a terrible secret that entwines the fates of Kalla, Simon and modern day Myanmar. Only working together can save them.Karen L. Abrahamson once again delivers a rich story that evokes the mysteries of an exotic culture. A fantastic paranormal romance, Shades of Moonlight wraps together past, present and future in one of the most mysterious of Asian cultures. Readers will love the fast-paced story of unforgettable characters caught in the strangeness of a world few westerners have visited.
351 pages, Paperback
First published December 5, 2010
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About the author
Karen L. Abrahamson
102 books34 followersKaren L. Abrahamson, writes in almost every genre to take readers into other times, exotic places, and settings that are figments of her prodigious imagination. Whether writing a modern-day mystery, a fantasy set in an alternate world, or romance involving ghosts, psychics or occult possession, many of her novels feature women’s adventures and sensuous romance with strong, passionate male and female protagonists. Karen’s work has been described by national bestselling and top five romance author of the year, M.L. Buchman as having “connection to culture and … powerful characters (that) make an incredible story.”
Her bestselling Cartographer urban fantasy series features Vallon Drake, secret agent of the American Geological Survey, keeping America safe from domestic and international terrorist magicians who can rewrite the country simply by redrawing the map.
About her UNLOCKING, romantic suspense series, Karen aims to give readers the same sense of family and place she got from reading Nora Robert’s Three Sisters Island or Blue Dahlia trilogies.
Writing as K.L. Abrahamson, Karen draws on her background in the criminal justice system to craft short stories and novels about amateur sleuths as well as police procedurals.
She lives on the west coast of Canada with bears, bald eagles and the ocean as neighbors.
Her bestselling Cartographer urban fantasy series features Vallon Drake, secret agent of the American Geological Survey, keeping America safe from domestic and international terrorist magicians who can rewrite the country simply by redrawing the map.
About her UNLOCKING, romantic suspense series, Karen aims to give readers the same sense of family and place she got from reading Nora Robert’s Three Sisters Island or Blue Dahlia trilogies.
Writing as K.L. Abrahamson, Karen draws on her background in the criminal justice system to craft short stories and novels about amateur sleuths as well as police procedurals.
She lives on the west coast of Canada with bears, bald eagles and the ocean as neighbors.
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December 11, 2010
Have you ever been faced with something you couldn’t explain? Couldn’t possibly believe? This is Kalla Jervis’ plight. A scientist who has never believed in the paranormal in any form—be it ghosts, gods, spirits of any kind—is collecting stories in a world where gods and spirits are intertwined with the culture and her own life.
Burma and its ancient culture is as much a character in this story as Kalla or Simon. The author has clearly traveled to this mysterious land, now known by some as Myanmar. She has captured the sight, the smells, the oppressive humidity, along with its mysteries in this tale of self-discovery and acceptance.
Though there is a love story in this novel, it is not the prime story. Kalla is not easy to like or to love. The reader must get beyond Kalla’s extreme need to be always in control—a need that drives her away from anyone who care’s for her and drives her to make what seems to be decisions and take actions that no scientist or sane person would make. But then most people are not possessed by a Nat—a spirit that fights for control of the human body and tries to return to live a life cut short in the past.
There are many levels of reading to enjoy in this novel. First, is to read the novel and learn more about Burma, it’s history, and the Nat worship which was fascinating. This worship predates Buddhism in Burma, and among some people the beliefs have merged with Buddhism—the primary religion in the country. Second, is to read the novel as a coming of age story. Even though Kalla is an adult and a well-known scientist, like many people her past has stunted her emotionally. She fights heartily against change, even in the face of overwhelming odds. If the reader will stick with it, the reward of Kalla’s transformation will be delivered. Finally, one can read the novel as a love story. However, this is not a typical love story as the lovers already difficult relationship is complicated by spirit possession. For most of the book the reader can see no way this will end well. Again, stick with it and the reward will be worthwhile.
There are 37 major spirits (nats) in this religion. One can only wonder if this author plans to write a story about each one.
Burma and its ancient culture is as much a character in this story as Kalla or Simon. The author has clearly traveled to this mysterious land, now known by some as Myanmar. She has captured the sight, the smells, the oppressive humidity, along with its mysteries in this tale of self-discovery and acceptance.
Though there is a love story in this novel, it is not the prime story. Kalla is not easy to like or to love. The reader must get beyond Kalla’s extreme need to be always in control—a need that drives her away from anyone who care’s for her and drives her to make what seems to be decisions and take actions that no scientist or sane person would make. But then most people are not possessed by a Nat—a spirit that fights for control of the human body and tries to return to live a life cut short in the past.
There are many levels of reading to enjoy in this novel. First, is to read the novel and learn more about Burma, it’s history, and the Nat worship which was fascinating. This worship predates Buddhism in Burma, and among some people the beliefs have merged with Buddhism—the primary religion in the country. Second, is to read the novel as a coming of age story. Even though Kalla is an adult and a well-known scientist, like many people her past has stunted her emotionally. She fights heartily against change, even in the face of overwhelming odds. If the reader will stick with it, the reward of Kalla’s transformation will be delivered. Finally, one can read the novel as a love story. However, this is not a typical love story as the lovers already difficult relationship is complicated by spirit possession. For most of the book the reader can see no way this will end well. Again, stick with it and the reward will be worthwhile.
There are 37 major spirits (nats) in this religion. One can only wonder if this author plans to write a story about each one.
October 5, 2016
A book of paranormal romance set in Burma. Simon is dark and dangerous, Kalla is strong and determined to be in control. (Are you rolling your eyes yet?) Alex, head of the expedition in Burma, used to be Kalla's fiancee but it didn't work out. Kalla, in an effort to please her dad, is going to try to win Alex back. But then there is that pesky Simon always rocking her world, and there is Mei, a beautiful and sweet Burmese woman that Alex is falling in love with. Simon is possessed by a warrior nat; that is like having another person move into your head and fight you for control of your body. Kalla has a voteress puppet that came from Burma. Kalla is American but part Thai or Burmese and this puppet seems to have some ideas and plans of its own that effect Kalla. There is some hinky stuff going on here with the nat and the voteress. Is it possible that Kalla and Simon are key to the future of Burma? Join us at the shrine/temple of Dhammayangyi and find out!
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