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When the Dead Come A Knockin'

by B.L. Brunnemer

What it's about

Lexie navigates the chaos of her supernatural reality while dealing with the mundane frustrations of difficult social dynamics. The story focuses on maintaining one's sense of self and humor when life becomes increasingly dangerous and strange.

Key ideas

  • Resilience as a baseline: Surviving the day is a victory in itself, even when the odds are stacked against you.
  • Humor as a defense mechanism: Using wit and pop culture references acts as a shield against aggressive or condescending people.
  • Maintaining personal boundaries: Standing your ground against social pressure demonstrates strength, even during intense arguments.

You'll love this book if...

  • You enjoy fast-paced urban fantasy with a sharp, sarcastic protagonist.
  • You are looking for a story that balances high-stakes tension with genuine, relatable banter.
  • You appreciate characters who refuse to take themselves too seriously, even when things go wrong.

Best for

Readers who enjoy snarky supernatural heroines who keep their sense of humor while fighting for their lives.

Books with the same vibe

  • Storm Front by Jim Butcher
  • Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
  • First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones

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Some days just being alive is the best you get, but there’s always tomorrow.
You have a boyfriend and you still don't want to watch a love story?" Cece's voice had an edge of snide to it. Stay calm, Lexie. I looked at her and said with a straight face."I will not eat them in a house, I will not eat them with a mouse, I will not eat them in a box, I will not eat them with a fox. I will not eat them here or there I will not eat them anywhere." [...]"Ah, ah, ah man, Red just quoted Dr. Seuss!"[...]"In an argument"[...]"And totally won.

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