Ryne’s life is a mess. She is a Gineal troubleshooter, which is a dangerous profession and keeps her busy. It is a profession that has her protecting both Gineal and Human from magic. She is also tracking her former mentor Anise, which is a full-time job in itself. At the same time, everyone wonders whether she has succumbed to the dark magic. Life is not easy.

Deke Summers, PI, is having trouble remembering reality. This is the result of a curse placed on him by Anise. What makes it worse is he knows something that can defeat Anise, if only he can remember.

Together they need to figure out how to defeat Anise or they may be killed trying. Fighting her attraction to Deke makes Ryne’s life even more interesting. What will they need to do to defeat Anise and lift the curse?

In the Midnight Hour is a book that captivates the reader from the start with fast-paced action. Patti O’Shea writes a tale that has the reader losing themselves in a world where magic is a way of life. Deke and Ryne’s imperfections make them a good combination.  Ms. O’Shea makes the reader care about both the main and backup characters while not overdoing the plot points. In the Midnight Hour is an excellent book and a joy to read.