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Devine Enquiries
I fought in the Vampire Wars for five years alongside my dog, Gizmo. Between us we slaughtered more Vampires than any other unit in the Army but still Humanity was losing.
Then the Werewolves came out and joined Humanity simply because they hated Vampires.
This was all about the same time that more mythical creatures were found to be real. Fairies, Demons, Goblins and many more. Sometimes hidden on Earth like the Vampires and Werewolves, some in realms that weren't on Earth but connected.
We defeated the Vampires and soon they and the Werewolves were integrated into society.
For the most part other creatures kept to their own realms apart from raids by Goblins and Fairies working as strippers.
I had left the Army and was working as a Private Eye. A low rent flat come office and largely low rent clients but it suited me.
Then one day a Vampire came through the door. A beautiful Vampire who needed my help
She liked dogs and wore bright purple DMs and was called Sam. Plus she was related to the most powerful Vampire in the world whose daughter had been kidnapped.
Soon I found that many children had been taken, Human, Vampire, Werewolf and Elf. Never any ransom, the children simply disappeared.
So I searched with Sam - niece of the Master Vampire, Sean Strathearn - a friend from the SAS, Fanny - a Faery stripper and of course Gizmo - a very special dog.
We travelled realms, fought with Dragons and found Mabel - probably the most evil person I have ever met.
Then the Werewolves came out and joined Humanity simply because they hated Vampires.
This was all about the same time that more mythical creatures were found to be real. Fairies, Demons, Goblins and many more. Sometimes hidden on Earth like the Vampires and Werewolves, some in realms that weren't on Earth but connected.
We defeated the Vampires and soon they and the Werewolves were integrated into society.
For the most part other creatures kept to their own realms apart from raids by Goblins and Fairies working as strippers.
I had left the Army and was working as a Private Eye. A low rent flat come office and largely low rent clients but it suited me.
Then one day a Vampire came through the door. A beautiful Vampire who needed my help
She liked dogs and wore bright purple DMs and was called Sam. Plus she was related to the most powerful Vampire in the world whose daughter had been kidnapped.
Soon I found that many children had been taken, Human, Vampire, Werewolf and Elf. Never any ransom, the children simply disappeared.
So I searched with Sam - niece of the Master Vampire, Sean Strathearn - a friend from the SAS, Fanny - a Faery stripper and of course Gizmo - a very special dog.
We travelled realms, fought with Dragons and found Mabel - probably the most evil person I have ever met.
291 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 28, 2023
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December 23, 2025
Devine Enquiries by Martin Hull is a thrilling urban fantasy that seamlessly blends hard-boiled detective noir with a vividly imagined supernatural world. Set in post-Vampire Wars London, humans now coexist with vampires, werewolves, fairies, and other mythical creatures but these aren’t the gentle beings of fairy tales. From carnivorous unicorns to emotion-sucking fairies and massive dragons, Hull’s creatures are as dangerous as they are fascinating.
The story follows Jason Devine, a sharp and determined detective, and his loyal dog, Gizmo, as they investigate the kidnapping of vampire children a mystery that quickly expands to include the missing offspring of other species. The stakes are high, and the twists keep you turning pages. Hull’s world-building is detailed yet never overwhelming, allowing the narrative and characters to take center stage.
Jason Devine is a classic detective archetype, complete with a dark past and moral complexity, but the magical setting makes his journey feel fresh and unique. The book combines suspense, clever plotting, and imaginative fantasy elements, making it a compelling read for fans of both urban fantasy and hard-boiled mysteries.
Fast-paced, inventive, and thoroughly entertaining, Devine Enquiries is a must-read for anyone looking for an exciting detective story with a magical twist.
The story follows Jason Devine, a sharp and determined detective, and his loyal dog, Gizmo, as they investigate the kidnapping of vampire children a mystery that quickly expands to include the missing offspring of other species. The stakes are high, and the twists keep you turning pages. Hull’s world-building is detailed yet never overwhelming, allowing the narrative and characters to take center stage.
Jason Devine is a classic detective archetype, complete with a dark past and moral complexity, but the magical setting makes his journey feel fresh and unique. The book combines suspense, clever plotting, and imaginative fantasy elements, making it a compelling read for fans of both urban fantasy and hard-boiled mysteries.
Fast-paced, inventive, and thoroughly entertaining, Devine Enquiries is a must-read for anyone looking for an exciting detective story with a magical twist.
April 19, 2024
Great story
Really enjoyed this.
Could do with a little better editing and some of the tiny chapters are a bit silly
Really enjoyed this.
Could do with a little better editing and some of the tiny chapters are a bit silly
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