From publisher blurb: Though not undead, and indeed quite alive, the tabakoun are reviled by those that they share space with. Given names that far exceed their intent or malice, and shunned by society, these eaters of fortune attempt to hide in plain sight. Cities suit them best as they can blend in and most will not take note of the small misfortunes that occur around them as they feed to survive and bolster their own fortunes.