When I first looked at Moonblood, I did not realize that it was considered a romance book. I found that out when I read the back cover. I’m not a romance book type, so I was a little wary of the story at that point. I started reading it, and the wariness became unfounded. Yes, romance is there, but not in the way I imagined.

Moonblood, at the basic level, is about redemption and forgiveness. Mistakes are made, and though they seem permanent, atonement is possible. Lionheart, the main character, realizes that he has been living in self pity, not to mention trying to lie to himself, after a big mistake that affected his life, and those around him.

He finds that the Prince still loves him, and has great plans for him. All Lionheart has to do is accept it.

Moonblood is written to be a Christian allegory, a story that presents the gospel in a kind of wrapper. The wrapper is not to hide or change the gospel, just make it easier for people to relate to. Plots and themes in the story make it easier to share the gospel. Though I wouldn’t recommend the book for children necessarily (that depends on their reading level) teenagers and older will be able to see Christ in the book. At the very least, it would be a good way to open the door to share the gospel with someone.

I received this book from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for this review.