The work is a vampire novel with all the usual trappings of vampire legend, as Chris Poirier mentioned.  It seems distinctly inspired by the Underworld movies.  That is to say, it’s not hugely original, but the author, Becka Sutton, is a good writer, which makes it worth a look.

I think there are some shortcomings in terms of a lack of tension.  We don’t get the strong impression, for example, that David is in real danger.  Perhaps introducing the vampire, Leisa, in a scene in which she does stalk and kill a victim would create more palpable danger, and perhaps make for a more complex character. The story also has a distinct lack of description.  I don’t feel the reader gets much sense of what locations and persons look like.  Adding a lot of description to tense scenes can also help to slow down the pace and add to the tension, perhaps.  Describing the characters, especially by drawing them as attractive and physically desirable, could also help explain the element of attraction between he two main characters.

On the other hand, the characters seem well drawn.  They feel distinct and believable.  The story does start strong and keeps one interested.

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