The Search for the Shadow Cat

by Kurt Frederick Mähler

The Jaguar Oracle series continues with a mystical tale about a jaguar searching for the long-lost jaguarundi, or “shadow cat,” as his quest intersects with human drama and technological developments in South Texas. Seeking the lair of a legendary creature like the shadow cat requires braving the riddle of a poisonous coral snake. Oracle recovers from a cougar attack through the care of a hermit and is released onto a ranch with exotic wildlife. Now, Oracle and his friends must navigate a world of peril and awaken the animal kingdom of the Rio Grande Valley to the memories of who they truly are. Showcasing magic realism in Texas, this next stage of Oracle’s journey is fraught with dangers from humans and animals. This mystical story reveals a world in which animals have voices that transcend language and friendships are constant, overcoming the fragility of life and fickle humanity. Poetic and fantastical, this series satisfies a reader’s hungry heart while providing clues for navigating life's complexities.

289 pages, Hardcover

Published January 9, 2022

Reviews

[Shaun Patrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is quickly becoming a cherished set in my library. The story is deep and wisdom deeper. Looking forward to reading many times over.

[Sheri Knipp · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a really good read, one of the quotes in the book is speaking of a Tree that is holding up a house and it is really good... "I wonder if God's at work more than we know: it's just that either we ain't noticin' or aint't carin, kinda the same things we're pointin'a finger at God for not doin." And then there is this quote concerning friends ... "We do not choose our friends for their branches but for their roots. We choose our friends before we discover them to be useful, not because they are useful." Many times while reading this book I re-read parts over and over with reflection to my own life.