Chais

There are angels and there are demons. There is heaven and there is hell. But in between there are the Nameless; there is no word for those caught between being saved and being destroyed. One Nameless spends his time watching humans in New York City and, in his endless cycle of boredom, becomes intrigued by a reckless gambler and a drunk named Aurick. When Aurick is about to be killed by a gang over his debts, Nameless possesses his body to save his life. Deciding that he rather likes being in a human body, he uses Aurick’s body to fulfill all of his wildest dreams—become a rock star, have a successful psychiatric practice, and pursue star journalist Helena Way. But three years later, the other fallen angels take notice and are ready to start a holy war—their only chance to cease this painful eternity of waiting to either be saved or be released. Aurick is stuck in the middle, as always. Can his love for Helena and his growing concern for all humans grant him salvation?

Bright, fresh, and intelligently written Nameless is a welcome addition to the popular and successful fantasy genre.