Charles de Lint is a world-famous writer, author of the famous series “Legends of Newford.”

In his works, de Lint manages to masterfully combine elements of magical realism, mysticism and thriller. The richness of the language, the subtle psychologism of the images and the unpredictability of plot moves have earned this author the love of millions of readers around the world.

A mysterious accident threatens the life of the famous artist Jilly Coppercorn. Her best paintings are brutally destroyed by a mysterious attacker. Who could wish harm upon harmless Jilly? Who wanted to break her genius? On the brink of death, the artist discovers the ability to cross the border of reality and, in search of answers, is transported to the world of dreams. But where old fears come to life, the past, like a bloodthirsty wolf, comes out to hunt. It is hot on your heels and demands retribution, forcing you to experience again and again the horror that seemed long forgotten. To escape from the world of dreams, you need to escape the wolf's shadow. But what if it's your own shadow?