The Heroka are an ancient race of shape shifters, drawing vitality from their animal totems.
Gwyn Blaidd, a Heroka of the wolf totem, has been a recluse ever since a deadly battle with the Tainchel, the covert government agency that hunts his kind—a battle that cost him the woman he loved. But to save an old friend, Gwyn must again face the Tainchel—and his own dark past.
Short story / Prequel to the novel The Wolf at the End of the World“
A vivid and wonderfully written tale about Native Canadian spirits, in the vein of Thomas King.” —Challenging Destiny
“The characters are intriguing and the story beguiling. I would like to read more about these characters.” —SF Crowsnest Book Reviews
“An adventurous tale that’s propelled by character drama … If this was a Hollywood movie, this would be your blockbuster film, complete with adrenaline-pumping action, expensive special effects, and even a sex scene or two to lure in a mainstream audience.” —Bibliophile Stalker
Praise for Douglas Smith
“One of Canada’s most original writers of speculative fiction.” —Library Journal
“The man is Sturgeon good. Zelazny good. I don’t give those up easy.” —Spider Robinson, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner“
A great storyteller with a gifted and individual voice.” —Charles de Lint, World Fantasy Award winner“
His stories are a treasure trove of riches that will touch your heart while making you think.” —Robert J. Sawyer, Hugo and Nebula Awards winner
