Second Shadow

by Aimée Thurlo, David Thurlo

A Pueblo Indian architect finds an old murder, new intrigue, and a chance for love when she begins restoration of the landmark Mendoza hacienda

Genres: Mystery

382 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1993

About the author

Aimee and David Thurlo are the authors of the Ella Clah mysteries, the Sister Agatha mysteries, the Lee Nez vampire novels all set in New Mexico. David grew up on the Navajo Indian Nation, and Aimee, a native of Cuba, lived in the southwest for forty years.

Aimée passed away peacefully at her home on the morning of February 28, 2014, after a brief struggle with cancer and related complications. She was attended by her husband of 43 years, David. Aimée was 62 years old.

Reviews

[Thomas F. Marsh · Rating 4 out of 5]

It took me awhile to get into this book, too much background and philosophy, but then it hooked me. It probably helps that I live in NM and have lots of experience with native people, Hispanics and the difference between the cultures. The story ended up drawing me in and I wanted to know what was happening.

[Albehm · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book with lots of symbolism in it. It's a great read.

[Ron Brooker · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the interplay of cultures that the Thurlos portray--in this case Hispanic and Tewa in Taos County. I learn much about the history and spiritual forces that shape their characters.

[Cecile Christensen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh.

[Helen Fleischer · Rating 4 out of 5]

good story marred by icky love scene and frequentl use of "diffuse the situation"