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Shaman Sings, The (Charlie Moon Mysteries) Paperback – August 28, 2007

by James D. Doss (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 346 ratings
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The shocking death of a female physics student has shattered the peaceful community of Granite Creek, Colorado―and police chief Scott Parrish has a hunch he can't even begin to explain. He saw the killing…in his dreams.

Daisy Perika experienced the same visions. An aged Ute shaman who lives in a trailer on the lonesome highlands, hers is the realm of the Native American spirit. But Daisy doesn't need scientific proof to know that the student's breakthrough discovery was to kill for. And it isn't over yet.

Parrish wants to believe that Daisy can unleash the truth. But will her visions of Coyote and fire make for evidence in a court of law? Now it's up to Parrish and Daisy's nephew, Tribal Police investigator Charlie Moon, to summon the supernatural and seize the killer―before he strikes again…

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  1. Book 1 of 16
    Charlie Moon Mysteries
  2. Print length
    272 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Minotaur Books
  5. Publication date
    August 28, 2007
  6. Dimensions
    4.25 x 0.75 x 7 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0312947739
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0312947736
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“Stunning.” ―Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

“Doss mixes an equally potent brew of crime and Native American spirituality.” ―Booklist

“Magical and tantalizing.” ―New York Times Book Review

“Fascinating…impressive…. Like Tony Hillerman, Doss is able to combine the supernatural with the modern in a compelling and believable book.” ―Woodland Hills Daily News

“Delightful--a marvelous mixture of mysticism and murder.” ―Ken Englade

“Doss plots like a pro…an encore would be welcome.” ―Kirkus Reviews

From the Back Cover

Welcome to southwestern Colorado's Ute reservation―a place where the world of modern science and the mysticism of ages past murderously collide…

"Stunning."―Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

The shocking death of a female physics student has shattered the peaceful community of Granite Creek, Colorado―and police chief Scott Parrish has a hunch he can't even begin to explain. He saw the killing…in his dreams.

"Doss mixes an equally potent brew of crime and Native American spirituality."―Booklist

Daisy Perika experienced the same visions. An aged Ute shaman who lives in a trailer on the lonesome highlands, hers is the realm of the Native American spirit. But Daisy doesn't need scientific proof to know that the student's breakthrough discovery was to kill for. And it isn't over yet.

"Magical and tantalizing."
―New York Times Book Review

Parrish wants to believe that Daisy can unleash the truth. But will her visions of Coyote and fire make for evidence in a court of law? Now it's up to Parrish and Daisy's nephew, Tribal Police investigator Charlie Moon, to summon the supernatural and seize the killer―before he strikes again…

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Minotaur Books (August 28, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0312947739
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0312947736
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.25 x 0.75 x 7 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 346 ratings

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James D. Doss

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JAMES D. DOSS is the author of twelve Charlie Moon mysteries, two of which were named one of the best books of the year by Publishers Weekly. Originally from Kentucky, he divides his time between Los Alamos and Taos, New Mexico.

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Kathleen Loughlin
5.0 out of 5 stars verdaeni on 'the shaman sings'
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2003
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This is a great book for people that like some humor with their mysteries. Although the titles of this series sound like the shaman is going to be the main protagonist, it doesn't work that way. There is a very humorous interaction between Charlie Moon, of the Tribal Police, who doesn't believe in magic, and his Grandmother who pretends she doesn't when around the priest but who sneaks out to confer with the local landspirit, a type of dwarf. The mystery is well thought out and kept interesting by the complex (but not TOO complex) characters. Of great importantce to me is that the characters also act within their characterization and motivations. This is a particular joy in this book where Charlie and his Grandmother are often working at cross purposes motive wize and a delightful weave of information back and forth as you move towards the ending. The grandmother in particular is sort of a ute 'maxine' with never a good word to say and a hillarious lineup of grumbles and mumbled complaints.
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4.0 out of 5 stars 5-Star story; 3-Star e-version editing.
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2017
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James D. Doss' Shamin books are one of my all-time favorite series. I've had them as paperbacks almost since he began publishing them, so I recently decided I just had to have them all in my Kindle. The stories are still some of the funnest (poetic license here) reads on the planet, but I'm very disappointed in the e-version quality. Many, many errors in what must have been a piss-poor scanning or transposing process. The e-books are costing me more than the paperbacks did; is it too much to expect decent editing?
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Lee L. Lanza
5.0 out of 5 stars I read and enjoyed every Tony Hillerman book, and these are just as good.
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2021
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This series of mysteries is set among the UTE people, some of whom are shamen, following the old ways of doing any knowing things. The characters are well developed and the stories are full of surprises.
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toastedpeanut
3.0 out of 5 stars This was a good story, but I figured out who the culprit ...
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2015
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This was a good story, but I figured out who the culprit was at exactly the halfway mark. I also feel the book was cut short without explanation as to what happened to the old English guy. If you're reading the whole series, like I am, this book is necessary because it's where Moon and Parris meet for the first time. It's not bad. I've become addicted to this series. I'd recommend it.
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Nash Black
4.0 out of 5 stars Culture and Murder
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2007
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THE SHAMAN SINGS opens this mystical series, not as the first Charlie Moon novel, but as the first Daisy Perika novel. Charlie barely appears on stage; Aunt Daisy is front and center. James D. Doss introduces mystery fans to Ute culture and their concept of the Underworld, where the shaman commutes with the spirit world.
Doss's lyrical English and vivid description of the Southwest transport the armchair traveler to a world of flashing images and strong passions fueled by greed.
Stand alone, but best savored when read in chronological order.
Nash Black, author of TRAVELERS and SINS OF THE FATHERS.
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5.0 out of 5 stars You can feel the wind and smell the piñon smoke
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2021
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James Doss’s Charlie Moon novels are a delight. The introduction of Chief Paris in this one was very satisfying. A policeman who senses the currents of the invisible world is an interesting friend for Aunt Daisy Perika. I always look forward to a James Doss novel.
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M. MALLO
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2011
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At first I wasn't sure how I felt about this book but by the end, I loved it. Mr. Doss wove people in this mystery like a fine tapestry.

I was a huge fan of Tony Hillerman and have now become a fan of Mr. Doss. What has intrigued me his use of the mediphysical of the Native American people. I've really come to love Charlie Moon's Aunt Daisy.

This is only the second of his books I've read and it won't be the last.
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Kathryn L. Unger
4.0 out of 5 stars great writer.
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2022
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Love these books and authors story telling.
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