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The Vampire Lestat

By Anne Rice
Series: Vampire Chronicles
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The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice is a thrilling tale that takes the reader on a journey through time, tracing the life story of Lestat, a charismatic and rebellious vampire. From his origins in 18th-century France to his adventures across the world, Lestat seeks to understand his own nature, discovering the vivid world of immortals filled with intrigue, power, and a quest for meaning. The novel intricately weaves elements of horror, romance, and philosophy, offering a deep exploration of the eternal struggle between acceptance and rebellion.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by charismatic, complex characters and enjoy exploring the dark, romantic world of vampires. The story delves into the life and inner struggles of a captivating vampire as he navigates love, immortality, and identity, offering a rich tapestry of adventure, philosophy, and gothic allure.

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The Vampire Lestat

"Portions of this work originally appeared in The twilight zone magazine"--T.p. verso.

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#1 New York Times Bestselling author - Surrender to fiction's greatest creature of the night - Book II of the Vampire Chronicles

The vampire hero of Anne Rice’s enthralling novel is a creature of the darkest and richest imagination. Once an aristocrat in the heady days of pre-revolutionary France, now a rock star in the demonic, shimmering 1980s, he rushes through the centuries in search of others like him, seeking answers to the mystery of his eternal, terrifying existence. His is a mesmerizing story—passionate, complex, and thrilling.

Praise for The Vampire Lestat

“Frightening, sensual . . . Anne Rice will live on through the ages of literature. . . . To read her is to become giddy as if spinning through the mind of time, to become lightheaded as if our blood is slowly being drained away.” —San Francisco Chronicle

“Fiercely ambitious, nothing less than a complete unnatural history of vampires.” —The Village Voice

“Brilliant . . . its undead characters are utterly alive.” —The New York Times Book Review

“Luxuriantly created and richly told.” —The Cleveland Plain Dealer

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The Vampire Lestat, a novel by Anne Rice, is widely praised for its rich, gothic atmosphere and complex character development. Readers are particularly enthralled by its exploration of the vampire myth, alongside Lestat's compelling narrative voice, which breathes life into both historical and supernatural worlds. While some critics note a slower pace, many appreciate its depth and descriptive prose that captures the imagination.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780345419644

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 November 1997

Country: United States

Imprint: Ballantine Books Inc.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 397g

Pages: 512

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Anne Rice Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Series: Vampire Chronicles

About the Author

Anne Rice is the author of thirty-seven books, including the Vampire Chronicles, the Lives of the Mayfair Witches, and the Wolf Gift book series. Rice was born in New Orleans in 1941 and grew up there and in Texas. She lived in San Francisco with her husband, the poet and painter, Stan Rice until 1988, when they returned to New Orleans to live with their son, Christopher. In 2006, Rice moved to Rancho Mirage, California. She died in 2021.

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