Claw&Warder: Episode 2 Arms Dealers
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She's an expert spellslinger. He's a grizzled detective with a wolfish side. Dru and Leery are a match for anything.
Faced with a pair of armless bodies and an unlikely pair of criminal masterminds—a Norwegian wood troll and an Unseelie—Leery knows the right people to help sort it all out.
There's only one hitch--the Zombie mafia. Full of danger and mystery, the case keeps everyone involved on edge.
Leery even takes a break from drinking coffee.
With the Zombie mafia's constant need for spare parts, is it any wonder the Locus of New York is full of Arms Dealers?
This light-hearted new series has delighted and amused thousands of readers since day one. Escape the trials of the times and immerse yourself in the supernatural otherworld of CLAW & WARDER.
★★★★★ "The banter between the characters was brilliantly executed..."
“In Erik Henry Vick's Arms Dealers, werewolf and coffee addict Leery Oriscoe had his work cut out for him when an unlikely pair of supernaturals team up to dismember a couple of mundanes. Hot on their trail, he and his partner, Dru, have no idea what they are being dragged into. Beyond these seemingly innocent attacks is something more dastardly than they could have imagined. They thought they were dealing with some small-time villains, but come to discover just how high up [it] runs...
I enjoyed the amalgamation of so many types of supernaturals, from the Norwegian forest trolls to Japanese demon spirits, and all these amazing creatures were found in the same locale, under the watchful eye of Lieutenant Van Helsing. The banter between the characters was brilliantly executed, portraying different levels of complex relationships. Sometimes I couldn't help but grin at a well-spun conversation, let alone how the creatures' unique traits or weaknesses are evoked to further the investigation. I enjoyed the third-person narrative and how the high-pressure roles were portrayed, including the clashing of heads over things like jurisdiction and unwanted pressure from those higher up. The characters were brilliantly portrayed and really enhanced this investigative tale as they dig themselves deeper into trouble and paint more than a few extra targets on their backs. With fresh enemies being made at every turn, a possible mole in the department, knowing who to trust is but one of their many building problems, and one of many things that will keep a reader engaged in this suspenseful investigation.”
-- K.J. Simmill, ReadersFvorite.xom
★★★★★ "...delivers more humor, murder, and continues to build fun banter between the dynamic duo..."
“The two detectives have a witty and playful connection as they’re still early on in their partnership and still building trust between them. They spent the first episode searching for a rhythm between them and now they have a nice harmony where they respect each other while also teasing each other, which helps keep the tone light. Erik Henry Vick explores more of the world by introducing different aspects of the crime elements with the inclusion of the mafia and crime families. Vick puts a delightful spin on the mafia...[and] gives the story a humorous angle that blends humor and banter with bodies, murder, and supernatural creatures. A mysterious creature provides the story with the opportunity to see more of Leery’s wolf side, which opens into a deeper look at his personality. Arms Dealers is a fun and exciting second episode in Claw and Warder that can’t be missed!”
-- Liz Konkel, ReadersFvorite.xom
★★★★★ "A riveting [urban fantasy]"
“The work opens with a gripping scene. What begins as an ordinary meet-up swiftly moves to a murder scene. Fraught with suspense, the novel continues to absorb readers as the detectives question possible culprits. Realistic dialogue between the main and supporting characters adds flavor to the story. The fantasy elements in the novel, which include terrifying monstrous magical beings, make the plot more entertaining. The action scenes are equally captivating. The plot moves forward easily as detectives begin questioning suspects, only for them to unravel a dangerous powerful gang. Arms Dealers by Erik Henry Vick is an imaginative fantasy mystery that fans of this genre will love for its gripping scenes and captivating characters.”
-- Edith Wairimu, ReadersFvorite.xom