Genre: Paranormal, Comedy, Romance
LGBTQ+ Category: Gay
Reviewer: Anne
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About The Book
A vampire on the run. An elf in need of a purpose.
Ro Laceleaf, failed forester, is the sole member of Merseton’s town watch. It’s not an exciting job by any means, but after Geoffrey’s disastrous necromantic experiments, the townsfolk insist it’s necessary. Ro is both diligent and bored out of his skull, until one night he’s called to an emergency at Mrs. Pickle’s. A vampire is attacking her house.
On the run for several years, Edmund is near starvation and out of options. His last hope for refuge? Merseton. He’s heard the town welcomes people outside the ordinary. Edmund’s certainly not an ordinary vampire. While he expected suspicion and initial hostility, he didn’t anticipate a beating with a wet kitchen mop.
Ro needs to make the determination—is Edmund a monster or a potential resident? The more he speaks to Edmund, the more horrified Ro becomes over what he’s been through. Edmund’s telling the truth—Ro’s certain of that—but he’s not telling all of it. Ro needs to gain Edmund’s trust to learn the whole story, about Edmund and the terrifying enemies hunting him, while not letting Edmund become a distraction. Yes, fine, he’s already a distraction. But Ro’s not going to fail, not this time. The town, and Edmund, will be safe, no matter what Ro has to do.
This book contains an adorable fruit bat, geese of frightening properties (since when aren’t they?), co-habitating demons, and a guaranteed HEA.
The Review
I love visiting Merseton with its interesting residents and welcoming vibe. Edmund and Ro’s story was a wonderful mix of romance, and moving forward, with everyone coming together to find a unique way to deal with a very real threat.
I loved Edmund, and thought him being a fruit bat vampire was a fun twist on the lore. He’s such a good guy who has been through too much and deserves some happiness and a place to call home. I liked Ro, too, and his getting to know the demon co-habitating with him, which is also a different take on demon possession.
I enjoyed seeing the Merseton folk from previous books from different perspectives. I loved the solution for dealing with the Hunter geese – very clever, especially given their circumstances.
I loved Edmund and Ro’s HEA, and am looking forward to reading more Merseton tales.
5 out of 5 stars.
The Reviewer
Anne has loved books for as long as she can remember. She enjoys reading a variety of genres, but these days focuses mostly MM with all its subgenres with a particular love for anything paranormal, historical, and/or music related.. She works in a public library and is owned by two cats.
