Aunt Tigress
books by Emily Yu-Xuan Qin
From debut author Emily Yu-Xuan Qin comes a snarky urban fantasy novel inspired by Chinese and First Nation mythology and bursting with wit, compelling characters, and LGBTQIA+ representation Readers of Seanan McGuire, Ilona Andrews, and Ben Aaronovitch will devour this gory story—and the sweet-as-Canadian-maple-syrup sapphic romance at its monstrous heartTam hasn’t eaten anyone in years. She is now Mama’s soft-spoken, vegan daughter — everything dangerous about her is cut out, repressed. Medicated.But when Tam’s estranged Aunt Tigress is found murdered and skinned, Tam inherits an undead fox in a shoebox and an ensemble of old enemies. The demons, the ghosts, the gods running coffee shops by the river? Fine. The tentacled thing stalking Tam across the city? Absolutely not. And when Tam... The pacing of the book reflects a careful consideration of reader engagement. Moments of intensity are balanced with quieter scenes that provide context and reflection. This rhythm keeps the story dynamic without becoming overwhelming. The writing style supports sustained attention by maintaining a clear and logical flow. Readers can follow the progression of events easily, enhancing immersion. This readability is a key strength of the book.