Lightning Shell marks the dramatic conclusion to the People of Cahokia sub-series by bestselling authors W. Michael and Kathleen O'Neal Gear.

Spotted Wrist’s squadrons are about to launch an assault on Evening Star Town. Meanwhile, the new Keeper’s loyal squadrons have taken control of central Cahokia.

Blue Heron’s enemies have declared her dead, a supposed victim of the fire that consumed her palace. She’s alive and in the end it will be her wits, Seven Skull Shield’s licentious cunning, and a desperate gamble that determine who lives and who dies in Cahokia.

Meanwhile, in the distant east, a desperate three-way race is underway. Walking Smoke—the Lightning Shell witch—hastens to make his way back to Cahokia, understanding that the cure for his impotence lies atop Morning Star’s Mound.

Night Shadow Star means to stop him before he can get to Morning Star. Following in her wake, Fire Cat is merciless. He will stop at nothing to ensure that it is he, not Night Shadow Star, who pays the ultimate price.

The final showdown will shake Cahokia to its roots, and nothing will be the same again.

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Praise for this book

Praise for the Gears' North America's Forgotten Past books:

“A magnificent, sweeping world—America, circa 7300 b.c.—that is so real you can almost breathe in the air of it…This is a novel that will stay with you for years—I guarantee it.”—Douglas Preston, New York Times bestselling author, on People of the Raven

“An epic novel that combines the cultural history of Cahokia with the fast-paced narrative of a thriller.”—New York Journal of Books on People of the Morning Star

“The most convincing reconstruction of prehistory I have yet read.”—Morgan Llywelyn, author of Lion of Ireland, on People of the Earth

“Rich in cultural detail...Both longtime fans and newcomers will be satisfied. Another fine entry in an ambitious, long-running series.”—Kirkus Reviews on People of the Longhouse

“Blended with the carefully drawn suspense of court intrigues, colorful characters and sharp plot twists, this is a terrific tale.”—Publishers Weekly on People of the Thunder

“Drawing on their backgrounds in archaeology, the Gears vividly recreate Paleolithic America in this enchanting and instructive novel.” —Publishers Weekly on People of the Nightland




About the Author

W. MICHAEL GEAR holds a master’s degree in archaeology and has worked as a professional archaeologist since 1978.

KATHLEEN O’NEAL GEAR is a former state historian and archaeologist for the U.S. Department of the Interior. She has twice been rewarded for her “outstanding management” of our nation’s cultural heritage.

Together, the Gears are the bestselling authors of the North America’s Forgotten Past series, which has sold over 7.7 million copies.


Title: Lightning Shell : A People of Cahokia Novel
Author(s): W. Michael Gear, Kathleen O'Neal Gear
Volume: 27
ISBN: 9781250767219
Copyright 2022
Release Date: July 12, 2022
Publisher: Tor Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: mobi,ePub | Learn More about our supported formats
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