The Bluesman - musician, magician, lethal killer. Thrown into our world from a parallel universe, the Bluesman seeks to save the Earth from being overrun by the horrid, mutated creatures that came with him. Armed with magic, skill, and his companion, Scotch, he faces these monsters hoping to create a peaceful world for all.
In Tattoo Magic Showdown, Fuller and Scotch's investigation of some animal mutilations leads to a confrontation with a vicious pack of beasties and a surprise that scares Fuller to the bone - a magician from his own world.
Stuart Jaffe is the madman behind the Nathan K thrillers, Max Porter paranormal-mystery series, The Malja Chronicles, The Bluesman series, and much more. He has written numerous short stories in Fantasy, SF, and Horror. He was also the co-host of The Eclectic Review (http://eclectic.libsyn.com) -- a podcast about science, art, and well, everything.
Stuart lives in rural North Carolina, and for those who keep count, the latest animal listing is as follows: one dog, two cats, one albino corn snake, three aquatic turtles, assorted fish, seven chickens, and a horse. Thankfully, the chickens and the horse do not live inside the house.
Short action packed and really shows the differences in skill between our MC and the Bluesman. However, together, they have formed a partnership which is allowing them to grow. Magicians from their world are powerful but arrogant, and it shows. An interesting addition of introspection and looking back. Then again, it does feel like a round the campfire conversation put into story form, which is a benefit to this series.