Kelly Link

Deep within the magical underworld lies the Shadow Market, a hidden gathering place where faeries, warlocks, and vampires trade dark secrets and illicit goods out of the watchful eye of the Nephilim. For two centuries, Brother Zachariah—once known as the Shadowhunter Jem Carstairs—has been a constant, quiet presence in these forbidden markets across the globe. Bound by sacred vows but driven by an enduring love, Jem is searching for a crucial relic from his past. Through his eyes, witness the unfolding dramas of the Shadowhunter world: doomed romances, terrible sins, and souls bargained away in the dead of night. This captivating collection of intertwined stories spans decades, connecting beloved characters from across different eras. It is a rich, emotionally complex journey into the darkest corners of a magical society, proving that even in the most dangerous markets, love and loyalty remain the most powerful currency of all.