The Wizards of Central Park West

 

I received a print copy of The Wizards of Central Park West from author Arjay Lewis for review.

This book surprised the "H-E-double toothpicks" out of me. I'm not sure what I was expecting but the NYC setting kind of threw me. Author Lewis does an outstanding job of blending myth and magic with a contemporary setting.

Our reluctant hero Eddie (the detective) doesn't just think outside the box, he seems to live there. He takes in stride (more or less) the bizarre goings on of his magical mystical new colleagues while investigating a murder. He definitely becomes the alpha male in his new group, whether they like it or not. 

He winds up in a fight to (you guessed it) SAVE THE WORLD from the EVIL ONE. While offered many opportunities to compromise his values he holds fast. Great supporting characters like his wife and his partner, flesh out the story and provide relief from the intense drama. 

Lots of action both normal and paranormal, interoffice politics, mythic/magic politics, some sexuality though very mild.

This would make an awesome movie, I think Delroy Lindo would make a great Eddie Berman.

Great sword and sorcery in a contemporary setting! Enjoy!

Mike