Moonlit Blood

Bethany has never really felt at home in her life, then she finds out her life isn’t even real. If being thrown into a new dangerous world isn’t bad enough, Bethany also finds out that she’s not totally human. 

Realizing she has abilities that she needs to learn how to control, she also needs to learn how to live in this new world of supernatural beings and government hunters. Bethany’s new friends come to her aid, and a new man makes her feel more alive than she has ever felt before. With these new people in her life, maybe she can manage to stay alive long enough to learn her place, to find the life that she can finally be happy with.

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About the Author

D.M. Barton
I work in a warehouse which allows my mind to wander about plot holes, puzzle pieces and those little epiphanies I get. Most of my spare time is spent with my other half and my son. The rare time to myself is spent working on my books or playing video games. Unfortunately, the latter often wins. I live in a lovely little village that is so quiet that it's idyllic for when I sit outside and chill with my laptop. I see my family often, and they are always supportive of my dream to be a full-time writer. I've finished my first series and am now on the next. I want to keep going, never stop. Idea after idea and just keep throwing out brilliant reads. I recently got some amazing feedback from a fan, and it's so addictive. So, I will use that to keep moving forward. To keep perfecting my craft and to make it a career.

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Moonlit Blood Reviews

The cover of Moonlit Blood catches the eye. If I were walking through a bookstore and saw this book, I would definitely pick it up and read the back cover. This cover deserves a star. Barton defines his characters in a way that you learn more about them as you read. There are times the reader learns about the character at the same time the character learns it themselves. Barton writes in first person giving you an insight into Bethany's thoughts and feelings. The reader experiences her discoveries as she is introduced to the supernatural world around her. No matter what is thrown Bethany's way she faces it head on. Barton has developed a character that sticks with you long after you have turned the final page. Another star earned. Barton's plot is unique in a world with repeated storylines. He has your normal supernatural creatures.: vampires, witches and werewolves, but he introduces the world to lesser-known supernatural species-leechers even a fish shifter. Barton lets his imagination free as he introduces a world where supernatural species exist alongside humans. His subplot doesn't overshadow the plot of the story. The love aspect is there but not predominated enough to be the main plot. Another star well deserved. Moonlit Blood is an exciting new look into a sometimes over done genre. I found the leecher aspect an unusual and unique concept. Barton earns his fourth star. Moonlit Blood is a great escape for readers. As the reader I anxiously accompanied Bethany as she discovered the truth about herself and those around her. Moonlit Blood is awarded a final star. Moonlit Blood is a character driven novel that earns a 5-star review. David Barton has introduced us to a unique world of leecher's and the supernatural creatures around her. A must read for supernatural readers. David Barton is an author to watch. – Reviewed by Award Winning Author, Shannon Simpson via Amazon

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Bethany has blackouts frequently and when she wakes up, she remembers nothing. Sometimes she is naked and covered in blood that is not her own. Other times she is wearing clothes that don't belong to her. Tired of her shenanigans her parents turn her out of the house. Where is a girl to go who has a sketchy past and a shaky future?

Follow Bethany as she learns the secrets that surround her life. You will feel a kinship with Bethany and cheer as she finds out what is really up. A read you won't put down. Entertaining and engaging this first in a series is one that will keep you enraptured and enchanted in many ways. – Reviewed by JJ

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Bethany has secrets that are even secrets from her. Secrets her parents refuse to acknowledge. Is she a werewolf, a vampire, a hybrid cross? How did this happen when her parents are so normal?

Cousin Keith takes Bethany in, and he too has secrets. Will Bethany ever find out what's happening to her before it is too late?

This first book in a series will keep you engrossed all night until you finish. Well written, witty and warm you will come to admire and applaud Bethany as she searches for answers. -Paula

If you like books about supernatural beings, witches, vampires, werewolves, and more you will truly enjoy this one. Then there's Bethany that has only one friend in the world but is forced to leave him due to blackouts. What's causing her blackouts? Well, there's a twist of mystery, science projects, love, and much more. Even the government is involved, especially on a moonlit night.

Where will this thrilling tale take you? A must-read that will keep you turning pages and leave you anticipating what happens next and wanting more. – Reviewed by Carol

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Moonlit Blood brings together all walks from the supernatural creatures in a novel that keeps you in suspense and turning pages to see what comes next. When Bethany started having blackouts, she had no clue how her life was changing. Being sent to live with a cousin was just the beginning and when she met Cassie a whole other world was opened to her. And in doing so her life became clearer she was a leecher in the world of the supernatural. This book is an amazing novel that brings werewolves, witches, vampires, and leechers together for a wonderful must-read for lovers of the supernatural. – Michelle

This first book in a series will keep you engrossed all night until you finish. Well written, witty, and warm you will come to admire and applaud Bethany as she searches for answers.- Reviewed by Paula

Hi guys, I am back to bring you another book review. I apologize for my absence ( computer troubles still plague) but I am here now and I have brought you a fantastic book to peruse. This week’s offering is Moonlit Blood by David Barton featuring Bethany, a young woman who finds trouble as often as it finds her. This situation escalates when she discovers that she is not entirely human, she is a Leecher, and she is in way over her head.

First Star: Minimal Exposition -For those who have read my reviews before you will know that the first star in my reviews is earned by those who manage to avoid exposition. Barton faced a difficult challenge as this was the first book in the series and he was trying to lay the building blocks for a series. Despite this he does a good job of avoiding exposition with only a few lengthy sections where the main character is introduced to a world she never knew existed. Happy giving Barton a half star.

Second Star: Characterization- This next star belongs to those with excellent characters that readers will enjoy following throughout the stories. As this is an urban fantasy and first-person point of view the main character is possibly the most important and I think that Barton has done an excellent job with Bethany. She is a forceful individual, and despite numerous hardships and upheavals has not stopped moving forwards with her life, which is something I can appreciate in a character. When she finds out some of the truths of the Leechers she doesn’t flee, she gets stuck right in for better or worse. I am happy to give Barton a full star for this section.

Third Star: Concept-This next star belongs to the concept of the book, which is no easy feat considering the fantasy genre has millions of books under its banner at this point. Moonlit blood’s unique concept is the idea of Leechers who are supernatural but not of a kind I’ve seen before. At first, I believed her to be a werewolf but as the book progressed and she channeled elements of multiple supernatural races I realized this was not the case. The way Bethany’s powers were linked to smell and colors and the way those sensations represented each race was equally fascinating. Happy to give him another star for this section.

Fourth Star: Plot- Star number four belongs to the plot of the story which I always think should be higher on the list. Barton’s plot for Moonlit blood doesn’t stray too far from established tropes but this is by no means a bad thing. Bethany’s inciting event is a common one that readers can relate too, her discovery of her powers is left as a mystery long enough for us to work things out with her before she finally receives her explanation, and the romance doesn’t feel like it’s tacked on just for the sake of a subplot. Happy to provide another star here.

Fifth Star: Technical Skill-
The final star belongs to the technical skill of the writer. Barton’s writing has a few places where I had to reread to make sense of the paragraph, but apart from that his skills are excellent, and it did not impede my enjoyment of the book in the slightest as I worked my way through. The cover of the boo, the production value within, and all of the other details of the book are of excellent quality too. Easy star here.

And that is that. As I mentioned I am sorry for my absence but hopefully I will be back for a prolonged period now. I am happy to give Moonlit Blood 4.5 stars and you will soon see this score posted on Amazon and Goodreads too. If you are in the mood for unique urban fantasy with a kick-ass protagonist, then I would recommend picking this one up and finding a dark and spooky corner to read it.

 

 

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