By Heart, By Sun

Name: By Heart, By Sun
Price: 20.00 USD
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ISBN: 9781105464904

✍️ Heather Hutsell

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4.5

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A novel about vampires protecting hybrids during World War Two.

Madelyn Bryce travels to an undisclosed location expecting death, only to find a different fate. Meanwhile, vampire society struggles with the emergence of Hybrids. These creatures combine vampire and lycan traits, causing division among the supernatural community. Some vampires view them as abominations that must be destroyed by the Councils. Others believe they deserve protection from this disapproval. The narrative weaves these two threads together against the backdrop of global turmoil. The author uses the war setting to heighten the stakes for both humans and monsters. The story focuses on the moral choices made by those who oppose the official vampire stance on Hybrids.

Key Themes

Vampire politics Hybrid creatures World War Two

Literary Context

The book is set at the dawning of World War Two, a period of global conflict. It draws on gothic and supernatural fiction traditions involving vampires and lycans. The publisher is Lulu.com, and the ISBN is 9781105464904.

Difficulty

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Recommended For Fans Of

Anne Rice · Charlaine Harris · Stefan Zweig

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Horror Fiction

🏛 Lulu.com 📅 2012 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781105464904

📝 Description: By Heart, By Sun

Heather Hutsell writes By Heart, By Sun, a novel set at the start of World War Two. The story begins with humans vanishing without warning. Some return, while others remain lost. Madelyn Bryce boards a train for an unknown destination, anticipating her own death. She discovers her fate is far more complex than she expected. The narrative shifts focus to the Vampyres, who face internal conflict during this global crisis. Rumors spread about a new breed called Hybrids, creatures that combine traits of both Vampyres and Lycans. The text describes these beings as abominations in the eyes of many. A faction within the vampire community opposes the Councils that wish to destroy them. These individuals work to protect the Hybrids from persecution. Hutsell explores the tension between supernatural politics and human extinction. The book examines loyalty among monsters when humanity is on the brink of collapse. Readers who enjoy gothic fiction with political intrigue will find this premise engaging. Those seeking traditional historical war narratives may find the supernatural elements distracting. The story relies on the clash between old vampire traditions and new hybrid realities.

💎 Our verdict on By Heart, By Sun

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Horror Reads editorial team

Horror desk

Heather Hutsell crafts a compelling narrative that balances personal survival with supernatural societal conflict. The dual focus on Madelyn’s mysterious fate and the internal vampire struggle regarding Hybrids creates a layered reading experience. The author effectively uses the World War Two setting to amplify tension, making the stakes feel immediate for both humans and monsters. While some may find the supernatural distractions in a war context jarring, others will appreciate the moral complexity. The text excels in depicting the division within vampire society, offering a fresh take on hybrid creatures as abominations versus protected beings. It is best suited for readers who enjoy atmospheric gothic tones over pure historical accuracy.

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📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers interested in gothic fiction with political intrigue will find this premise engaging. The narrative weaves together the personal journey of Madelyn Bryce and the broader supernatural conflict regarding Hybrids. It appeals to those who enjoy exploring moral choices made by monsters when humanity faces collapse. The story offers a unique perspective on loyalty among vampires versus lycans during a time of war. Those seeking traditional historical war narratives may find the supernatural elements distracting, but fans of dark fantasy will appreciate the clash between old traditions and new realities. This book serves as an entry point for those curious about vampire lore beyond typical romantic tropes.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Horror Reads —

Reader rating

4.5

Based on 1 reviews

Horror Reads editorial team

Heather Hutsell crafts a compelling narrative that balances personal survival with supernatural societal conflict. The dual focus on Madelyn’s mysterious fate and the internal vampire struggle regarding Hybrids creates a layered reading experience. The author effectively uses the World War Two setting to amplify tension, making the stakes feel immediate for both humans and monsters. While some may find the supernatural distractions in a war context jarring, others will appreciate the moral complexity. The text excels in depicting the division within vampire society, offering a fresh take on hybrid creatures as abominations versus protected beings. It is best suited for readers who enjoy atmospheric gothic tones over pure historical accuracy.