✨ NEBULA AWARD WINNER! Even Though I Knew the End - C.L. Polk (Paperback)

An exiled magical detective has three days to track down the notorious White City Vampire in 1940s Chicago before her soul is due in Hell—but a sweeter offer from her demon client gives her an irresistible chance: the one future she truly wants—growing old with the woman she loves. Author: C.L. Polk (Nebula Award Winner!) Genre: Urban Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Mystery, Queer/Sapphic Romance, Noir Novella Setting: 1940s Chicago Condition: Like New, Very Good, Gently Read, No markings/highlights, etc. 🌃 Why You'll Love This Book Supernatural Noir: Experience a thrilling blend of hardboiled detective tropes (witty, cynical protagonist, dark city setting) mixed with angels, demons, and powerful magic. High Stakes Romance: The core of the story is the beautiful, yet seemingly doomed, relationship between the augur detective, Helen Brandt, and her steadfast partner, Edith. Helen sold her soul years ago and now she's fighting for a future she never thought she could have. Atmospheric & Fast-Paced: Despite its short length, this novella is packed with evocative 1940s Chicago vibes, mystery, and a cinematic pace that makes it impossible to put down. Critically Acclaimed: Winner of the prestigious Nebula Award and praised by The New York Times! #SapphicFantasy #QueerBooks #LGBTBooks #UrbanFantasy #BookLover #Mystery #Novella #NebulaAward #FantasyNoir