Magic Bites (kate Daniels, Book 1) -

The mystery involves a "flare-up" of undead activity and a creature ancient enough to challenge even the strongest supernatural players in the city. Why It Stands Out

Kate is not your typical urban fantasy heroine. When we meet her, she is a cynical, lone-wolf mercenary working for the Order of Knights of Merciful Aid. She is highly skilled with her sword, "Slayer," and possesses a mysterious magical bloodline that she desperately tries to keep secret. Unlike many genre leads who are "chosen ones" or instantly beloved, Kate starts the book as an outsider—stubborn, prickly, and fiercely independent. The Plot: A Personal Vendetta Magic Bites (Kate Daniels, Book 1)

The consequences in Kate’s world are physical and bloody. The action sequences are choreographed with a level of detail that reflects a deep knowledge of martial arts and weaponry. The mystery involves a "flare-up" of undead activity