When language is magic, words don’t just hurt - they kill.
When a local politician is murdered by Hawaiian magic, all signs point to Kea Petrova, the only Hawaiian spell smith for hundreds of miles. There’s just one problem.
Kea doesn’t write death spells.
“Kauwe’s smart and satisfying urban fantasy debut combines gripping mystery, tantalizing romance, and sharp cultural critique.” - Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
“The Killing Spell serves as a thoughtful exploration of the consequences of colonization and the choices the colonized are forced to make in order to survive. I tore through this book and loved every second. Shay Kauwe is a talent to watch.” - Rebecca Roanhorse, NYT Bestselling and Hugo Award-winning author of the Between Earth & Sky trilogy