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For one bright, shining moment, Tybalt, King of Cats, had everything he had ever wanted. He was soon to set his crown aside; he had married the woman he loved; he was going to be a father. After centuries of searching for a family of his own, he had finally found a way to construct the life of his dreams, and was looking forward to a period of peace—or at least as much peace as is ever in the offing for the husband of a hero.

Alas for Tybalt and his domestic aspirations, fate—and Titania—had other ideas. His perfect world had been complete for only a moment when it was ripped away, to be replaced by hers. Titania, Faerie’s Summer Queen, Mother of Illusions and enemy of so many he holds dear, has seized control of the Kingdom, remaking it in her own image. An image which does not include meddlesome shapeshifters getting in her way. Tybalt quickly finds himself banished from her reality, along with the Undersea and the rest of the Court of Cats.

To protect his people and his future, Tybalt must find the woman he loves in a world designed to keep her from him, convince her that he’s not a stranger trying to ruin her life for no apparent reason, and get her to unmake the illusion she’s been firmly enmeshed in. And he’ll have to do it all while she doesn’t know him, and every unrecognizing look is a knife to his heart.

For Tybalt, King of Cats, the happily ever after was just the beginning.

In the mesmerizing world of "The Innocent Sleep" by Seanan McGuire, we are transported to a small town called Redchapel where the lines between life and death blur. The story revolves around three individuals whose lives intertwine in a web of mystery, secrets, and supernatural forces.

At the heart of the narrative is Anya Balanchine, a young woman with a unique ability - she can see the dead. Haunted by her visions, she seeks solace in the company of the deceased, finding comfort in their stories and struggles.

Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Ben Garston, a newly arrived police officer harboring his own secrets. As Ben investigates a series of strange deaths plaguing the town, he seeks Anya's assistance in deciphering the cryptic messages left behind by the victims.

Together, they uncover a sinister plot involving an enigmatic cult known as the Order of the Silver Star. This secretive organization, led by the enigmatic figure known as the Shepherd, aims to manipulate the boundaries between life and death for their own nefarious purposes.

As Anya and Ben delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter various supernatural beings, including restless spirits, ethereal entities, and even the mysterious Shadow Man, a figure shrouded in legends and whispered tales.

With each revelation, Anya and Ben find themselves caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the Order. They must confront their own fears, embrace their unique gifts, and unravel the secrets of Redchapel before it's too late.

"The Innocent Sleep" is a captivating tale that seamlessly blends mystery, paranormal elements, and heartfelt emotions. Seanan McGuire's writing captivates readers with its vivid imagery, intriguing plot, and well-developed characters.