Summer Escapes: D. C. Wynters Takes Us Into the Shadows
Fantasy, murder, monsters, and a little Stardew Valley. Today we're escaping with D. C. Wynters, author of The Shadowrunner.
Summer escapes don't always have to lead somewhere sunny.
Sometimes they lead into the shadows.
D. C. Wynters is a fantasy and science-fiction author from the Pacific Northwest who spends his spare time writing while pursuing an education in astrophysics. His urban fantasy thriller, The Shadowrunner, introduces readers to police chief Luke Alden, whose investigation into a woman's murder pulls him into a hidden world of horrifying magic, paranormal threats, and a monster unlike anything he's put behind bars before.
With Luke's eight-year-old daughter Lucy caught in the middle — and hiding magical abilities of her own — this particular summer escape promises considerably more danger than your average trip to the beach.
So, where does the author behind The Shadowrunner escape when summer rolls around? Let's find out. ☀️
If readers could pack only one of your books in their beach bag, suitcase, or travel backpack this summer, which would you recommend and why?
The Shadowrunner. It’s a perfect mix of fantasy and thriller for when you need something to occupy you during a flight, by the pool, or in your hotel room.
What kind of escape does The Shadowrunner offer readers?
The Shadowrunner offers a hefty dose of suspense from watching Luke slowly unravel the mystery of why Silvia Montes was murdered. You’ll also get to meet an otherworldly creature that communicates through music!
What makes summer feel magical to you?
Particularly the early summer is so green in Utah; it’s a welcome contrast to the more drab seasons.
What is your favorite type of summer read?
A chunky nonfiction book that introduces me to a new subject or way of thinking.
If you could spend a summer vacation inside any fictional world, where would you go and why?
It’s gotta be Stardew Valley. Apart from seeing the Dance of the Moonlight Jellies for myself, I’d also love the chance to get to hang out with the Junimos!
What do you hope readers experience when they open The Shadowrunner this summer?
I hope readers experience a thrilling ride that leaves them feeling like they’ve really gotten to know Luke and Lucy.
One Last Stop Before We Go...
From the green of an early Utah summer to the Dance of the Moonlight Jellies in Stardew Valley, D. C.'s idea of an escape covers quite a bit of ground.
And for readers looking for an escape of their own, The Shadowrunner offers something a little darker: an urban fantasy thriller filled with mystery, suspense, magic, monsters, and a father determined to protect his daughter.
Thank you so much to D. C. Wynters for joining us for this Summer Escape. 💚
