Sudden Backtrack

#1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison returns to the ever-after one last time in this never-before-published short story!

The origins of the elf and demon war have been shrouded — until now. Told from a demon’s point of view, join Al as he helps Newt spin the curse that caused the elven downfall… and perhaps holds the beginnings of their own reclamations.
Race Against Time: Newt stalls for every precious second as Kalla tempts her with fresh raspberries, waiting for his seven trackers to step within range of her circle.Morally Grey Hero: Gally suppresses his burning fury and the ache of his severed thumb, determined to survive the ambush and uncover what became of his stolen Celfnnah.Found Family: Bound together as the last five runaways in the ever-after, Dali offers his own threadbare red robe to conceal the scars on Newt’s wrists.Forbidden Magic: Channeling the screaming ley lines directly into her body, Newt risks absolute destruction to unleash a devastating three-word incantation.Also by This Author: The Witch with No Name, The Undead Pool and Dead Witch Walking.