Bite Me

An edgy book for teens that spans the gap between YA and adult fiction.

Life after high school is tough enough without having to go 15 rounds with your inner demon.

She’s just your ordinary, part-demon, teenaged vampire hunter with a Texas drawl. And a pet hellhound named Fang.

Book One of the bestselling DEMON UNDERGROUND SERIES. Book Two is Try ME and Book Three coming 2011 is FANG ME.

Barely eighteen-year-old heroine Valentine Shapiro got a raw deal in the parent lottery. Her father was part incubus demon, and her mother's never forgiven her for that.

Life after high school is tough enough without having to go 15 rounds with your inner demon. Thrown out of the house by her mother, Val puts one foot in front of the other and does the only thing that seems to make any sense--she takes aim at the town vampires. A stake a day, keeps the demon at bay. (But don't call her Buffy. That makes Lola, her demon, very cranky.)

Her dark side makes everyday life a roller coaster, but means she's perfect for her night job as a bounty hunter. San Antonio's vampires are out of control, and it's up to Val, her faithful hellhound Fang, and her new partner, a handsome San Antonio police detective, to get the deadly fangbangers off the city streets.

Soon enough she finds herself deep in the underbelly of the city, discovering the secrets of the Demon Underground and fighting to save those she loves. Whether they love her back or not.

"I absolutely loved this series. It ranks up there with the Chicagoland Vampire Series for me. It is a YA book but for the older crowd... I give this series a 5/5." -- Do Not Disturb My Books blog

"Parker Blue opened up a whole new door in the "vampire vs. demon" debate making (for once) the demons the good guys and the vampires the bad (who would have thunk it.) AND she did all of this while skirting the line between YA and Adult paranormal. The plot (thankfully) moved along at a nice steady pace, dueling between action and suspense (the who done it) and to add icing to the cake she had a few (very artfully crafted) angst scenes thrown into the loop. " -- KindleObsessed

"5 Stars...The best thing about Bite Me, though, has to be its characters, due mostly to the portrayal of their humanity--yes, even in demons and vampires...My favorite character has to be Fang. With his ability to sniff out vampires, telepathy, snarky humor, and motorcycle goggles, he's the cherry on top of the Bite Me sundae." -- Teens Read Too Reviews

"Parker Blue captures a humorous and authentic young adult voice in Val and keeps readers turning pages. Parker's book would be a popular addition to public libraries teen/fantasy collections. I look forward to the next in the series." -- Grinnell College Libraries

"Parker Blue creates a new vamp book with a kick-butt smart and snarky attitude of Buffy in Val and an awesome side-kick dog who can talk. It's perfect for teens craving more vampire books or those who love dark paranormal tales. And who can resist the title?" -- YA Book Nerd Blog (YA Librarian)

"...a unique (from my reading experience), interesting, and enjoyable read. I'm definitely looking forward to reading the next Demon Underground book." -- eHarlequin Community Reviews

"Parker Blue has laid the foundation for an excellent young adult urban fantasy series...Valentine Shapiro has all the makings of a great heroine--smart, sassy, and street savvy. Give her a faithful friend, Fang, who adds quite a bit of humor, and the pair is fabulous...BITE ME is a fun, exciting, action-packed tale that takes us into the dark side of society." -- NovelTalk Reviews

"Parker Blue gives Val a fresh voice, interesting situations...I definitely recommend this book as a "great read" and look forward to the next in the series." -- Great Reads Blog

"Bite Me is a captivating first novel." -- Em's Bookshelf

"Bite Me by Parker Blue was wonderful! I just couldn't help but to keep turning the pages as the story moved forward... Parker Blue, I give you two thumbs up! Bring some more about Val Shapiro." - Books, Books and More Books Blog

"The pace is perfect, and as new characters are introduced and the suspense builds, the book becomes harder and harder to put down. I really enjoyed it and look forward to the next installment of Ms. Blue's Demon Underground Series." -- Unmainstream Mom Reads Blog

"Parker Blue has created a smart, sympathetic character facing a host of unique challenges. How Val responds to these demands is depicted in realistic terms and hits just the right note for an inexperienced, but strong young woman. -- SciFi Guy Blog

"Full of charm, wit and a kickin' attitude...I absolutely loved Bite Me! An adventurous ride with likable characters and a solid plot make this a top-notch urban fantasy." -- Wendy's Minding Spot

"Ms. Blue entertains readers with a sharp young heroine ready to take on anything life throws her way. Bite Me is well-paced, the paranormal action is plentiful, and the characters are nicely defined." -- Darque Reviews

"This book literally has everything: Love, betrayal, vampires, and a mystery. How much better can it get than that?" -- That Teen Can Blog

4 of 5 stars. "I loved the characters...the pacing was great...a good companion to the Morganville Vampire books." -- SomeoneReadItAlready.com

"Parker's voice is edgy and smart. I smile as I read because this book takes me back to my Buffy days--yep, that kind of smart and sharp-edged humor. Love it." -- The Bradford Bunch Blog

"...wicked fun. I loved the heroine--a YA character who felt real and had one tough attitude. Smart-talking, a fierce fighter...and Val (Valentine) had one heck of a funny sidekick, too. Non-stop action. Twists and turns. Monsters. Danger. And a cute hellhound. Come on, I couldn't ask for more." -- Cynthia Eden, author of Midnight Sins and Hotter After Midnight