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Shadow Dragon by Lauren Esker

I received "Shadow Dragon" by Lauren Esker as an ARC.  "Shadow Dragon" is a mix between cop case and shifter romance.  While trying to avoid spoilers, Caine and Gilly both have their reasons for being socially awkward, but they are pushed out of their comfort zones when Caine accidentally shadow walks into Gilly's home injured.  Their new friendship and Caine's recent job experiences and abilities lead them on an adventure neither were expected as their adorable romance unfolds, new friendships are made, and family is recognized.  Though this is the 6th book in Esker's Shifter Agents series, it is easily read as a standalone.  I will definitely be going back to read the other books in the series when I get the chance.

As a teacher, I like this book because it showcases two flawed, but still good individuals struggle and overcome their obstacles.  Are they fully perfect by the end of the book, no, and that is realistic.  It's a great example for students on how growing is not easy and it won't be solved in a day, but progress is still progress.

As a cosplayer, most of the outfits are day to day where or officer uniforms, but a cosplayer or make up artist could have a lot of fun using making up and costumes to come up with an effect that looks like shifting.  There is a scene in the story where it describes the dragons arm which could be really cool if brought to life.

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