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Penhallow, a "Grotesque" (don't call him a gargoyle!), is charged with protecting his Boston "Domain" from danger--but his perception of what's dangerous may be skewed. The first-person narration from sometimes-overconfident Penhallow has plenty of humor. Suspense involving the creepy Boneless King--as well as an apparent ally who isn't what she seems--should keep readers turning pages.