num_pages: 304
description: Kevin Hearne returns to the world of the Iron Druid Chronicles in book two of a spin-off series about an eccentric master of rare magic solving an uncanny mystery in Scotland.Theres only one Al MacBharrais: Though other Scotsmen may have dramatic mustaches and a taste for fancy cocktails Al also has a unique talent. Hes a master of ink and sigil magic. In his gifted hands paper and pen can work wondrous spells. But Al isnt quite alone: He is part of a global network of sigil agents who use their powers to protect the world from mischievous gods and strange monsters. So when a fellow agent disappears under sinister circumstances in Australia Al leaves behind the cozy pubs and cafes of Glasgow and travels to the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria to solve the mystery.The trail to his colleague begins to pile up with bodies at alarming speed so Al is grateful his friends have come to helpespecially Nadia his accountant who moonlights as a pit fighter. Together with a whisky-loving hobgoblin known as Buck Foi and the ancient Druid Atticus OSullivan along with his dogs Oberon and Starbuck Al and Nadia will face down the wildest wonders Australiaand the supernatural worldcan throw at them and confront a legendary monster not seen in centuries.
language: English
title: Paper & Blood
publisher: Del Rey Books