Of Shadow and Stone

Gargoyles were created centuries ago to protect mankind, but something went horribly wrong. Now only the sentinel—a mortal chosen to control the stone beasts—stands between them and their human prey.

When the latest sentinel is killed, Kate Mercer is destined to take his place. But Kate has enough going on in her life—like a skyrocketing film career, a delusional ex-boyfriend, and a crazed stalker who will stop at nothing to get to her. But the powers that be have decided, and Kate is transported to Shadow Wood, a mysterious castle that serves as a sanctuary for the supernatural. Although beautiful, Shadow Wood is no safe place for a mere mortal. Yet Kate is drawn not only to the gargoyles but also to Ian McGuire, a charming novelist who might be in the greatest danger of all.

As Kate decides whether to accept the most perilous role of her life, she discovers there are more secrets than answers within the castle’s walls. Her survival and Ian’s depend on her ability to master the gargoyles before time runs out. Is fate really cast in stone?

Michelle Muto loves scary books, funny movies, sports cars, dogs, chocolate, old cemeteries, and changes of season. She lives in Georgia with her husband and two dogs. She is also the author of the novels The Book of Lost Souls, Don’t Fear the Reaper, and The Haunting Season, as well as the short story collection Nature’s Fifth Season.

Visit her online at www.michellemuto.wordpress.com or on Twitter @MichWritesBooks.