Obsidian Butterfly by Laurell K. Hamilton — book slip

Anita Blake, a renowned vampire hunter and necromancer, is called upon by her friend Edward, a hitman specializing in supernatural creatures, to assist in solving a series of gruesome murders in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The victims are left horribly maimed, and the survivors are flayed of all flesh.

To unravel the mystery, they seek the aid of the city's master vampire, Itzpapalotl, a former Aztec priestess and nightclub owner, who agrees to help after showcasing her formidable powers.

As Anita delves deeper into the investigation, she must navigate the dangerous world of vampires and shapeshifters, all while confronting her own inner demons.

⚠️ Content warning: graphic child abuse.