3.5 

The Last Rites of Baby-Blue

By L.A. Barron
The Last Rites of Baby-Blue by L.A. Barron digital book - Fable

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Snakes aren't the only desert creatures with fangs

 

It's been ten years since Baby-Blue de Lorraine joined their coven. Ten years of playing in bars with Luke, prowling for their next hunt under his watchful eye. Ten years of being left behind while the others go feed. Ten years of being the baby. And they've never killed anyone. 

Until now.

When Baby kills the wrong person, one of Zedekiah's concubines, he's sent to trial to face The Elders for this third and most egregious offense. Zedekiah is out for blood, and only Baby's death will satisfy. But for Baby, death might finally mean a sweet relief. Unless they can find in themselves something to live for. 

Set against the background of the desert suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona, L.A. Barron's The Last Rites of Baby-Blue is an exploration of queer identity, family, and choosing life in the darkest of moments.

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3.5
“ARC review: This was a very interesting book, with an interesting take on the rules of vampires. We follow Baby-Blue, a non-binary fledgling vampire as they navigate through their new life and their feelings, and deal with consequences mistakes can bring. I really did enjoy it for the most part, though shortness meant that I'm craving for more (and not necessarily in a good way). I wish we knew more about the characters and why exactly the present is so important, as well as Baby's place in their clan. The lack of details means that a lot of what is discussed seems like it came from nowhere.”
“Baby-Blue is a nonbinary vampire with quite a bit of religious trauma. What could go wrong? The found family in this book is such a beautiful one. It’s no surprise that vampires are more accepting than mortals.”
“Baby Blue is short, sweet, and tender. A vampire story about found family in the queer community. This novella isa perfect add for any queer horror reading list. ARC from NetGalley / Contrarion”

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