Books like War for the Oaks by Emma Bull
When guitarist Eddi McCandry leaves her boyfriend and band, she is chased through Minneapolis night by a gigantic, terrifying dog—a phouka, a faerie chosen as a mortal pawn in the age‑old conflict between the Seelie and Unseelie Courts. Despite her reluctance, Eddi must learn to survive the supernatural threat and build a new life and band, confronting themes of love, loyalty, creativity, and sacrifice. The novel blends urban fantasy with rock‑and‑roll culture.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy
Authors: Emma Bull
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