Blood and Moonlight

By: Erin Beaty

Narrated by: Kathleen McInerney

Length: 13 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Perfect for fans of Kerri Maniscalco and Mary E. Pearson, a young woman with dangerous magical abilities teams up with a handsome detective to hunt down an elusive serial killer in this dark and romantic fantasy thriller.

When orphan Catrin witnesses a murder on the streets of Collis, she’s pulled into a deadly chain of events where the only certainty is that the killer will strike again. Assigned to investigate is the mysterious and brilliant Simon, whose insights into the mind of a predator are frighteningly accurate.

As the grisly crimes continue, Catrin finds herself caught between killer and detective while hiding her own secret—forbidden magic granted by moonlight that’s destined to make her an outcast. But her newfound power might be the only thing that can save her and those she loves from becoming the murderer’s next victims . . .

Full of slow burn romance, unexpected twists, and electrifying suspense, Erin Beaty’s Blood and Moonlight kicks off a captivating new duology set in a world of moonlit magic and mystery.

Don’t miss the epic conclusion to Catrin and Simon’s story in Silence and Shadow.

Looking for more romantic fantasy? Check out Erin Beaty’s acclaimed Traitor’s Trilogy.

A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

©2022 Erin Beaty (P)2022 Macmillan Audio

SO GOOD

This book is so good. Medieval YA Fantasy thriller. Not super thrilling, but it's YA, so that's fine. Not super predictable. But oh my god, the depiction of "Madness" or mental illness (schizophrenia) is very believable. Like something people back in the medieval times would believe and act and react to it. It's amazing. Also absolutely loved the narration.

Interesting but could have developed a bit more

Interesting story. I listened and was engaged enough I wanted to know who the killer was. I just felt like some of the plot and characters development was lacking. Ok overall. Appreciate that it is a stand alone novel.

A Great Story Full of Suspense

I'm not typically someone who listens to audio books, but this story held my attention through the end. I even found myself listening to it when I wasn't out driving. It's a well written story, and you'll find yourself playing detective throughout. There is just enough romance sprinkled in to make things interesting without taking over the narrative. My main complaint is that I wish there was more time to explore this world and all the lore it has to offer; just as the story started getting really interesting and complex, it just as quickly came to its conclusion. Many of my questions were left unanswered and wishing for a sequel.

Good murder mystery

Throughout the novel I was split between two people but the event that happened with the bells prompt to realize that the second person I put as the suspect was the right guess. I enjoyed learning about the Salaenae people and the type of magic they had. I enjoyed the world and the topic of madness was done properly. I want the series to continue and for the author to build more in this world and with the main character Catrine. I also enjoyed listening to the audio book. The reader did a good job and made me want to never stop until I finished the novel.

The Plot Twist Got Me

First I need to praise this book for attention to authenticity and respect while depicting characters with struggles pertaining to mental health.
Second when I started reading this book I had a suspect right away but thought it had to be a misdirection because it felt too easy. Not to go into details but I was led through the twists of the plot and the reveal left me gasping (I am very hard to surprise when reading)!
Overall very sweet and cozy for a murder mystery, not sure how that works but that’s how I felt while reading it.

Amazing story - beautifully read

This book was absolutely incredible. So well-written and so well-performed. The storyline was never dull and I found myself gasping and really getting lost in the story. The message of the book is important and well-researched. It was perfect. 🤗