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    Shades of Moonlight

    By Karen L. Abrahamson and Karen L. McKee

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    When folklorist Kalla Jervis arrives in Burma as part of a team of archeologists researching the end of an ancient civilization she expects problems translating the ancient Burmese language. Then she meets her translator, tall, dark and dangerous Simon Renault, a man who both infuriates and attracts her. When dark dreams haunt Kalla's nights, they hint at a terrible secret that entwines the fates of Kalla and Simon and all of Burma.

    Karen L. McKee once again delivers a rich story that evokes the mysteries of an exotic culture. Shades of Moonlight is a fantastic paranormal romance that wraps together past, present and future in one of the most mysterious of Asian cultures. Readers will love the fast-paced story of unforgettable characters caught in the strangeness of a world few westerners have visited.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherKaren Abrahamson
    Release dateJul 29, 2015
    ISBN9781927753125
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    • 4/5
      Have you ever been faced with something you couldn’t explain? Couldn’t possibly believe? This is Kalla Jervis’ plight. A scientist who has never believed in the paranormal in any form—be it ghosts, gods, spirits of any kind—is collecting stories in a world where gods and spirits are intertwined with the culture and her own life.

      Burma and its ancient culture is as much a character in this story as Kalla or Simon. The author has clearly traveled to this mysterious land, now known by some as Myanmar. She has captured the sight, the smells, the oppressive humidity, along with its mysteries in this tale of self-discovery and acceptance.

      Though there is a love story in this novel, it is not the prime story. Kalla is not easy to like or to love. The reader must get beyond Kalla’s extreme need to be always in control—a need that drives her away from anyone who care’s for her and drives her to make what seems to be decisions and take actions that no scientist or sane person would make. But then most people are not possessed by a Nat—a spirit that fights for control of the human body and tries to return to live a life cut short in the past.

      There are many levels of reading to enjoy in this novel. First, is to read the novel and learn more about Burma, it’s history, and the Nat worship which was fascinating. This worship predates Buddhism in Burma, and among some people the beliefs have merged with Buddhism—the primary religion in the country. Second, is to read the novel as a coming of age story. Even though Kalla is an adult and a well-known scientist, like many people her past has stunted her emotionally. She fights heartily against change, even in the face of overwhelming odds. If the reader will stick with it, the reward of Kalla’s transformation will be delivered. Finally, one can read the novel as a love story. However, this is not a typical love story as the lovers already difficult relationship is complicated by spirit possession. For most of the book the reader can see no way this will end well. Again, stick with it and the reward will be worthwhile.

      There are 37 major spirits (nats) in this religion. One can only wonder if this author plans to write a story about each one.