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Empire of the Vampire

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Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff is an epic fantasy novel set in a world where vampires have nearly exterminated the human race. The story follows Gabriel de León, a member of the last vampire hunting order, as he recounts his life battling the vampire scourge and searching for hope amidst the darkness. This tale blends horror, adventure, and rich lore for a gripping and darkly enchanting read.
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You might enjoy this book if you love dark fantasy filled with epic battles, intricate world-building, and complex characters. This gripping tale of a world shrouded in eternal darkness, with a unique twist on vampire lore, offers a thrilling and immersive reading experience.

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Empire of the Vampire

'This book is bloody brilliant'
V.E. Schwab ‘A ripping read’
Joe Abercrombie

The blood-soaked first book in the latest series from the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of NEVERNIGHT

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This book is bloody brilliant – V.E. Schwab

A ripping read – Joe Abercrombie

The Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller from the award-winning author of the Nevernight Chronicle

It has been twenty-seven long years since the last sunrise.

Ever since, vampires have waged war against humanity, building their eternal empire even as they tear down our own. Gabriel de León, half man, half monster, and last remaining silversaint – a sworn brother of the holy Silver Order dedicated to defending the realm from the creatures of the night – is all that stands between the world and its end.

Imprisoned by the very monsters he has vowed to destroy, Gabriel is forced to tell his story – a story of legendary battles and forbidden love, of faith lost and friendships won, of the War of the Blood and the Forever King and the quest for humanity’s last remaining hope:

The Holy Grail.

Featuring the darkly beautiful illustrations of Bon Orthwick (@monolimeart)

Preorder the hotly anticipated sequel, Empire of the Damned, now.

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Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff has received high praise for its rich storytelling, dark and gritty world, and nuanced take on vampire lore. Reviewers have highlighted its intricate narrative, compelling characters, and the author's fearless approach to blending tenderness with brutality. It's been compared favourably to works by Justin Cronin, Stephen King, and has been deemed both unputdownable and brilliantly crafted.

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ISBN: 9780008350451

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperVoyager

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 45.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 736

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About the Author

Jay Kristoff is the award-winning author of THE LOTUS WAR, THE ILLUMINAE FILES and THE NEVERNIGHT CHRONICLE. He is a winner of the Aurealis Award, nominee for the David Gemmell Morningstar and Legend awards, named in the Kirkus Best Teen Books list and published in a dozen countries, most of which he has never visited. Being the holder of an arts degree, he has no education to speak of. Jay is 6'7 and has approximately 13380 days to live. He abides in Melbourne with his secret agent kung-fu assassin wife, and the world's laziest Jack Russell. He does not believe in happy endings.

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