Trail of Lightning

Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse, 287 pages

After devastating floods wipe out most of North America, the Navajo reservation of what used to be the American Southwest is one of few places spared. But as the floods wiped out so much of humanity, the ancient Navajo gods and monsters have returned to wreak havoc. Maggie is a tracker and slayer of monsters, trading her skills for jewelry, blankets, and even the rare can of coffee. But recently, the horrors have begun ramping up, with a witch creating zombie-like monsters to ravage towns. Could Maggie's immortal monster-slaying former mentor be behind it? And what does trickster Coyote have to do with it?

The fusion of post-apocalyptic and ancient mythology in this book is amazing, and Roanhorse does a wonderful job of creating both complex characters and an action-packed story. I can't wait to discuss this with the Orcs & Aliens book group on Monday night, nor can I wait to read the sequel!