A travel writer takes a job with a shady publishing company in New York, only to find that she must write a guide to the city - for the undead!

Because of the disaster that was her last job, Zoe is searching for a fresh start as a travel book editor in the tourist-centric New York City. After stumbling across a seemingly perfect position though, Zoe is blocked at every turn because of the one thing she can't take off her resume - human.

Not to be put off by anything - especially not her blood drinking boss or death goddess coworker - Zoe delves deep into the monster world. But her job turns deadly when the careful balance between human and monsters starts to crumble - with Zoe right in the middle.

Published
May 2013
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Best 'light' book I've read in ages, I was laughing out loud more times than I can tell.

Starting off with Pratchett-like humour as Zoe get's to know her new co-workers and their habits (after she's first fainted at her job interview when she realized her boss really is a vampire), is hilarious at least.
Added pieces of the city guide for coteries (vampires, demons, spirit etc...)between chapters are fun addition to the book.
Love the different skill & qualities different coteries have! :D

Laffety makes you laugh, then suddenly pushes your face against something gore - and then makes you laught again 'till the end.

Definitely will read the next Shambling Guide!

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