The Wolf in Winter by John Connolly (the 12th Charlie Parker novel)

Just a warning upfront: this book is for the fans. There are no long character or event introductions, the story has been woven so that readers familiar with the cast and their histories can effortlessly slot into the plot, cheering for Charlie Parker, Louis and Angel all the way.

What is it about?

Charlie Parker and his cohorts are drawn into the ancient and sinister practices of a town called Prosperous. The town's fortunes are true to its name, but only because the residents all collude in making sacrifices to their hungry god.

Worth the read?

YES! The atmosphere is rich and bright with impending violence, even though very little action is actually described in the book. Uneasy and unlikely alliances are formed against a greater enemy, and the scenes describing the interactions between good and evil were downright delicious to read.