The Ground that Devours Us

by Kalla Harris

Read Dates: 7/20/25 to 7/21/25

Review

I devoured The Ground That Devours Us—no pun intended. This book hit all the right notes for me: vampires, post-apocalyptic survival, dystopian world-building, and intense power dynamics. In this world, vampires aren’t just hiding in the shadows—they’ve taken over. They’re the dominant species now, while humans are the hunted minority. But it’s not so black and white. Sometimes, the humans fight back. Sometimes, they even become the hunters. That constant tension kept me hooked from start to finish.

What really drew me in was the layered relationship between vampires and humans. There’s a fascinating, gritty powerplay at work, but also a surprising exploration of humanity—on both sides. Watching humans begin to recognize the remnants of compassion and complexity in their so-called monsters added emotional depth to the blood-soaked plot. The world is brutal, the stakes are high, and I genuinely can’t wait to see where the story heads next. If you love morally gray characters and dystopian tales that feel both fresh and dangerous, this one’s for you.