Pick of the Week- Shadowshaper

for this week is Shadowshaper by Daniel Jose Older.  This book is a fabulous debut novel by Older.  He has created an extraordinary heroine in Sierra Santiago and a fascinating mythology of the shadowshapers.  The story of how Sierra discovers her powers is intriguing, but so is her dedication to preserving her family and heritage through threats of gentrification and cultural appropriation.  Equally interesting is her romance with fellow artist Robbie and the unraveling mystery of magic and spiritual connection.  This book will leave you wanting a sequel.