Graveyard Blues: (Night Blues book 1)

Hettie Reed survives a shallow grave dug by a serial killer who masks his nature with charm. The attack alters her physiology, leaving her with an insatiable hunger that demands satisfaction. She crosses paths with Henry Payton, an elderly retired homicide detective whose career is defined by the failure to save women who now haunt his memories. His long struggle between personal depression and professional guilt brings him into contact with Hettie’s new reality. Their investigation reveals that Hettie’s survival has attracted a larger, darker power beyond their immediate understanding. The narrative weaves together elements of urban fantasy, horror, and folklore to explore the collision of redemption, vengeance, love, and sacrifice. Author Kate Da'casto constructs a haunting tale where the boundaries between hunter and victim blur. This work suits readers interested in supernatural fiction that examines the psychological toll of violence and the complexities of survival. It may not appeal to those seeking traditional police procedurals without magical elements or readers who prefer lighthearted genre fare. The story remains grounded in the specific consequences of Hettie’s near-death experience and Henry’s past failures.