First Light — Kory M. Shrum

In this 12th installment of the bestselling Shadows in the Water series, Louie Thorne is tested in ways she's never been tested before.Louie Thorne has always been a fighter, but on the brink of motherhood, her determination burns with a new intensity. When a vicious attack lands her in the hospital, Lou refuses to surrender—wounded, in labor, and armed, she is faced with a terrible choice.Across the ocean, Ettore Celesti, Naples' merciless crime lord has vowed to destroy Konstantine and the mysterious La Strega, the ghost of vengeance who haunts his every step. When the perfect moment to deliver his retribution presents itself, he doesn't hesitate to strike.In spite of their own personal challenges, Lou's chosen family proves to be a powerful team of allies who share her grit and courage. They face the oncoming war even knowing that none of them will survive unscathed. As the danger escalates, and Lou's supernatural abilities falter, Lou must confront her own fears and vulnerability. Only as an unshakeable team, can Lou and her friends tip the scales in a war where survival is anything but guaranteed…Praise for Shadows in the Water★★★★★ An amazing book with a unique premise!★★★★★ Dark and suspenseful, Shadows in the Water sends tingles down your spine!★★★★★ The main character is a serial killer, but it's cool. She only kills the bad guys.★★★★★ This book is well done. It grabs you and doesn't want to let go no matter how tired you are and need to sleep.★★★★ Something really different in the supernatural/power type of story. I thoroughly enjoyed this book with plenty of suspense, well-drawn characters, and a really unusual premise.★★★★★ Such a great book! I can't wait to read the next one!★★★★★ Taut, well written, and absorbing!★★★★★ One of the best supernatural thrillers.