A review by booksthrilljessica
The Rule of the Damned by Stephanie Storm

4.0

As we peel back the cover to the allusive world of monsters we discover how the Druids, Undead, Rogues and Sorcerers are surviving in plain sight. As each faction has its own set of skills they all have one thing in common, never let humans find out they still exist. However, when a series of gruesome supernatural events occur, they realize they are being hunted once again… but by whom? The next generation of monsters must band together to find who is hunting them down before they are next. 

This compelling story is filled with dynamic characters and offers an exceptional perspective on how they navigate the modern world. Though I initially found it challenging to keep track of the heads of each Family, Storm’s detailed breakdown of their ancestry, businesses, and beliefs was a great help. I especially appreciated the fact that the four families are all descendants of female monsters, with Hecate playing a key role in their origins. The twist ending and cliffhanger left me eager for more!

*Thank you to Stephaine Storm for the ARC copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.