An Artificial Night by Seanan McGuire

This text contains excerpts from the third novel in the October Daye series, titled An Artificial Night by Seanan McGuire. The narrative follows Toby, a half-fae detective, as she navigates a perilous quest to rescue kidnapped children from the legendary and terrifying Blind Michael. A central conflict involves the arrival of May, a "Fetch" who serves as a supernatural duplicate of Toby and a harbinger of her impending death. Supported by allies like the sea witch Luidaeg and the King of Cats Tybalt, Toby travels through magical "roads" and faerie lands to break enchantments and confront Firstborn powers. Ultimately, the sources provide a glimpse into a world of urban fantasy where folkloric rules, blood magic, and personal sacrifice define the protagonist's struggle for justice.