This was well written and interesting. The plot is suitably incredible. The characters lack depth and dimensions. The ending obviously leads into the next book in the series, so it hangs a bit. ( )

This is such a clever thriller! Layers and layers of plot keep unravelling while you'll lose the notion of time, submerged in the story. Amy is a fantastic character, her path after being dismissed from the FBI is simply amazing, and she feels so real, so full and authentic... As a matter of fact, all the cast is great.

The writing is compelling, the plot original and surprising and I can't stress enough how happy I am that there are more books on this series.

And the reading is great, so, all in all, a very recommended read for lovers of true paranormal mysteries. ( )

Amy Bree and Ralph Graham work for the FBI, but not as Special Agents as they want. They work behind the scenes helping the FBI create computer programs/systems to help solve crime/looking for patterns in crimes. During one of his assignments, Ralph does some work for the Behavioral Analysis Unit Team where he comes across the files about a particularly gruesome serial killer case that has been nicknamed the Blood Sucker by the press and also has the Unit stumped. Amy and Ralph decide to look at the files using their expertise to see if they could find anything that connects the victims to each other.
Seeing a connection, they decide to go on a stakeout; unfortunately for them, leads to Ralph’s death and Amy getting kicked out of the FBI. A few weeks after the incident, she is approached by a Monsignor from the Vatican named Cancelli. Apparently, Cancelli has government connections and tells Amy that he can not only, get back into Law Enforcement, but can give her a chance to get revenge on the Blood Sucker.
Thus begins The Cull by Eric J. Gates. The book is a great mix of a thriller and horror, and it is very thrilling, indeed! I enjoyed the way Mr. Gates’ told the story – it is a mix of police procedural with some gory bits and elements of the Fantastic. It has an original take on the Vampire myth and some wonderfully sympathetic characters. Also, we meet several characters whose motives are not first clear and they maybe working for own self-interests rather than trying to bring the killer to justice. There are some great twists along the way and the case is resolved in a satisfying manner. It has a wonderful set-up for a sequel! I definitely would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a good thriller to read. ( )