Moonlight Virgin

Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #2

by Kat Cotton

While Clem Starr and Kisho hunt a kitsune in Tokyo, I’m left alone to train my new pack member. Vlad, formerly known as the Demon Child, is no ordinary vampire. He’s an adorable child with chipmunky teeth, unicorn blood and a massive appetite. I can’t let an untamed vampire feed freely, but without fresh food, he’s fading fast.

If that wasn’t enough to deal with, a gang of miscreant vampires hit town. Their indiscriminate killing and bad fashion sense give my kind a bad name. I’d ignore them but the mayor wants me to take them down.

He makes me an offer I can’t refuse: save the city, save my Demon Child.

I’m the pack leader. I’m the one who is flawless and always in control but with war looming and the city going to hell, I’m going to have to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Genres: Urban Fantasy

309 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 14, 2017

About the author

Fun and enthralling urban fantasy

I’m a digital nomad (well I was until 2020 happened), although I hate that term because it makes me sound like a wanky hipster. Which I’m not. Okay, I am a bit snobby about coffee and I sometimes wear twee vintage dresses but that doesn’t make me a hipster.

On my travels, I love visiting weird and macabre places. Mummified hands that remove curses, museums of infectious diseases, collections of taxidermized frogs riding Penny Farthings - hell yeah!

Oh, and that profile photo isn't me, it's my rapscallion Bishon Frise called Hamish. Both of us highly motivated by treats.

Other places to find me:

* Facebook
* Bookbub
* On the couch eating snacks

Reviews

[Myriam · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the series and the story continues where the previous book stopped. This book is narrated alternatively from Nic's and Clem's point of view, but there is more focus on Nic in this book, or I should say, Nic gets equal or slightly more time than Clem. The story is as gripping as the previous one, with regular dose of humour. 
The author's writing is superb, and the character development absolutely fantastic, as she goes deeper into development of Nic, Clem, Kisho, Vlad and the Mayor. We get to meet Nic's whole pack and get a bit of insight into their personalities. As with the first book, I got sucked into the story and could not stop and started the next book immediately.
Maybe it is the further development of the world and the characters but I liked this book even better. I don't see this series as different stores but more like one continuous story with some break in between. The author's portrayal of Clem is amazing, and not just the portrayal but the idea of Clem's personality. She is incredibly confident without being self-absorbed, she is a great fighter but still careful and cautious, and she is apparently quite good looking (judging by the reactions of other people) without being arrogant about it. She is not an activist, but she stands up for what she believes in when she finds herself in a situation that requires her action. Clem is, without a doubt, one of the best female characters ever created.
Nic is another story. Nic is so completely self-absorbed that he is mostly oblivious to certain things that do not correspond to his personal thoughts and beliefs. Being in his head was one funny experience. Regardless of being self absorbed, he has a big heart and he cares a lot, but he does not want to care, so he is fighting it, and that is hilarious. Surprising in this whole episode was Kisho, who previously gave an impression of a vulnerable sensitive person. When situation asked for it he rose to the occasion and demonstrated a great strength and resolute character. Overall, I am impressed with this series and I will be very sad when I finish it.
Reading order is: Sex Demon (Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #0.5), which is the same as Incubus (Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #0.6), Demon Child (Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #1), Moonlight Virgin (Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #2), and Vampire Prince (Clem Starr: Demon Fighter #3).

[The Mysterious Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Disclaimer: While I won't spoil anything about this book there's no way to avoid spoiling some details about book 1, Demon Child. You definitely need to read that book before you read that book. Frankly though, you definitely need to read that book anyway as it's too good to miss and it provides really essential background for this book.

Ok, my review presumes you've read Demon Child.

This book alternates between that of Nic, who is busy trying to train his new pack member Vlad (the name he gave Demon Child, who he's fascinated with, and not just because of the unicorn blood), and that of Clem who is in Tokyo with Kisho hunting a kitsune of all things (even though they know nothing of the city and don't speak Japanese, and all Clem knows about kitsunes is what's found in manga...). Then things get interesting as the Mayor makes Nico an offer he can’t refuse: "save the city, save ... Demon Child". Things get pretty antsy from there as our dual track of action, thrills and snarky attitude ensues. And let's not forget the Vampire King. Definitely not.

Bottom line here is easy. If you loved book 1 (and really, how could you not) then you're bound to love this book too.

Highly recommended.

[Leslie Sanchez · Rating 4 out of 5]

I must say I wasn't sure if I really liked Clemm after book one. That girl has issues, but she is a hoot. She is brash, impatient, self-absorbed and many other things, but afraid is not one them. She is in Japan with Kisho and working really hard to tic him off so he'll at least talk to her. Meanwhile, Nic is back home totally committed to "training" Vlad. Nic and Clemm are so funny trying to deny their attraction to each other. Nic is hiding things from the pack and Vlad is not cooperating. For instance his relationship with the mayor. This is putting a strain on Nic and the pack can tell something's off. I couldn't quite understand Kisho's cold shoulder, but after the power that Clemm discovers it makes a bit more sense. I loved the pack's intervention when Kisho and Clemm return. That was so funny. Be prepared for an unexpected, although tender, ending of this part of the story with Vlad. I can't wait to find out what's next. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

[Christinaraven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clem, Nic and Kisho are back and the story was funny just like the first one. Clem is her usual funny, sarcastic, say what's on her mind. Clem and Kisho are in Tokyo hunting for a kitsune. And Nic is back home training Vlad. The story bounces between Clem and Nic and is full of eye rolling scenes. I honestly liked the story. It is so brash and funny and full of random things Clem says that made me go WHAT? Never quite knew what was going to happen next as they all seemed to be wondering through the story with a supposed destination in mind (I think). But that was part of the fun of reading it to see what crazy thing happened next and who would show up next. Read it in one sitting.

[Christine Karmelreads2665 W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Breaking the Bond


Another great read in the Clem Starr; Demo Fighter Series continuing with the characters of Clem, Kisho and Nic. I have enjoyed this series as it keeps me amused with the antics of the three lead characters.

If you like your females snarky, vampires hybrids sexy and shy and a drop dead uber confident vampire that is a self help guru then you have a interesting read waiting for you.

I have voluntarily read and reviewed this book received from the author without obligation to do so.

[Kirsty McManus · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an awesome sequel to Demon Child! I looove that it's set in Japan (one of my favourite countries) and includes several quirky tourist attractions that I want to check out next year when I visit again. It was great to get Nic's point of view in this book, and I was surprised to see how similar he actually is to Clem. Clem continues to be a funny, kick-ass heroine, but Kisho is a bit sulky this time around. The kitsune plot-line was fun, and in a round-about way reminded me of Murakami's Wild Sheep Chase. I can't wait to see what happens next! Highly recommend!

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Round two in this superb series does not disappoint. All the usual suspects from book 1 are here - Nic, Clem, Kisho, and of course the Demon Child. Even though there is less vampire fighting in this book, the adventure and spirit is not diminished. These are great characters who are forging their way through some serious twists and turns which I am going to presume are to be solved in the next book due out next month. This is a voluntary review of an Advance Reader Copy of the book.

[Mom2three · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really can't get enough of Clem. She is just as snarky and funny as she was in the first book. This story has the characters more separate than the last book, but you aren't left in the dark about what is happening to them. I love when characters are strong enough to carry their own story line in a series, so this makes me very happy. There is also all the action, adventure, excitement, and twists that keep you on the edge of your seat. I'm even more excited about the next one!

[Joe Romano · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this second book of the series, Clem and her half vampire love interest go to Japan to find and return an article stolen by a katsume from a powerful Japanese man. The story line in Japan is good, and the characters are rounded out more. The frequent transitions back to home base in Melbourne are distracting. At home base, the third member of a strange love tirangle is unsucessfully attemping to train a rogue vampire.

[chantal forget · Rating 2 out of 5]

C'est comme deux histoires en une. Une se passe au Japon avec avec Clem Starr et Kisho et l'autre, a Los Angeles avec Nic et le bébé Licorne.
On passe continuellement de l'un à l'autre, et comme il n'y a pas beaucoup d'action, c'est long.
Vers la fin, Clem et Kisho reviennent rejoindre Nic et l'histoire devient plus intéressante.

[Lesley Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am really enjoying these Clem Starr books. I love the comedy, the interaction between the characters and can't wait to read the next one. My only issue with this one is the amount of grammatical errors.

[Jayda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is really more like 3 1/2 stars. I liked the story overall, it was cute and fun, but there were editing errors that took me out of the story. Things like a word missing from a sentence or using know instead of now really distracted me.

[Myra Wray · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was so much better than I could predict. I hope that I will be able to read the follow-up next. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy.

[Jojo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't get over how much I love Clem's personality. I like the amount of sexy, AND goodness can we talk about all the action going on? The plot thickens....

[Alex Latham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 60 complete.

[Robert Maneer · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved the book and the characters were Great

Great Story line, interesting plot, loved Clem, Nick, Kisko and Vlad. I couldn’t put the book down and I’m ready for the next one

[David Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great sequel. The story continues but with a shared perspective, split between Nic and Clem.
You will definitely need to read book 1 before this to understand what is happening in certain places, there are little recaps but very vague.
Clem goes to Japan to look into ridding the country of a bizarre creature that can change form. At home Nic has more than enough to keep him occupied what with looking after the Demon Child and also trying to keep his pack safe.
The relationship between the characters is expanded on and the personalities are developed nicely. The same humour continues from book 1 and there are plenty of battles and strange occurrences to keep everyone happy. I defy you not to find the word 'Tasty' funny whilst reading this!
A superb follow up to book 1 and a must for fans of warped humour, kick ass heroines and fast paced thrills.