Title: This Ravenous Fate by Hayley Dennings

Release Date: August, 6th, 2024

3.5 Stars

In 1926 New York, the rise of reapers, once-human vampires, threatens the city's peace. The Saint family, leading reaper hunters, faces a new threat: the Harlem reapers want Elise Saint, the reluctant heir, dead.

Enter Layla Quinn, a young reaper with a haunting past, blaming Elise for her fate. As reapers start regaining humanity and brutal killings rock the city, Layla is framed for one of the attacks.

With an offer from the Saint patriarch, Layla teams up with Elise to uncover the truth behind the murders and rumours of a reaper cure. Former friends turned foes, Elise and Layla navigate the city's underworld, battling intense feelings and unearthing dark secrets that endanger both reapers and humans alike.


In my opinion, "This Ravenous Fate" presents a compelling blend of mystery and supernatural themes, drawing readers into its intriguing world. However, the pacing felt sluggish for me , lacking the momentum needed to drive the story forward effectively. The book falls short in fully addressing certain aspects of its world-building, leaving some questions unanswered and detracting from the overall reading experience.

However Dennings's poetic writing style beautifully delves into the inner struggles of her characters, adding depth to the narrative and making Elise and Layla's journey both intricate and compelling.

Despite the drawbacks, Dennings succeeds in crafting unforgettable characters in Elise and Layla, making the novel a must-read for enthusiasts of dark vampire tales.

Thank you to The Publisher Hodder & Stoughton | Hodderscape ,The Author Hayley Dennings & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.