Lashings of Hunger follows Tyrese Randolph and Nikki White on what should have been a relaxing vacation with Nikki’s family in Alaska. Things quickly take a dark turn when people start disappearing, and it’s discovered that the local wolves have been infected with a parasite, making them dangerously aggressive and unafraid of humans or their weapons. As if that weren’t enough, Tyrese and Nikki find themselves up against something even worse: a group of men with sinister intentions, operating in the shadows of the Alaskan wilderness.

Miguel Angel Hernandez, Jr., author of Lashings of Hunger, does an impressive job of balancing character development and world-building. The story grips you from the start and keeps you hooked until the final page. The conflict unfolds as a three-way struggle between Tyrese and his allies, the vicious wolves, and the ruthless men exploiting the wilds for their illegal trade.

One impressive feature of Hernandez’s writing is how he never reduces female characters to mere damsels in distress. Nikki is a standout, strong, capable, and compelling in every scene. Her relationship with Tyrese is well-crafted, lending depth and heart to the story, making their dynamic as engaging as the action. The pacing of the story is wonderfully relentless, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat, especially as the stakes continue to rise with the introduction of the human traffickers.

In a genre where many mysteries bog down with overly elaborate plots or heavy-handed exposition, Lashings of Hunger stands out for its straightforward yet gripping storytelling. Miguel Angel Hernandez, Jr. offers a solid mystery, a fast-paced plot, and action scenes that are thoughtfully woven into the narrative. If you’re looking for a sharp, engaging read that won’t take days to finish, this book is a must-read for fans of mystery and thriller genres.

Pages: 151 | ASIN : B0DH69FFFY