Empire of the Vampire
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Empire of the Vampire
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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
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionEmpire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff delivers a dark and gripping saga set in a world that has been shrouded in darkness for twenty-seven years following the last sunrise. In this world, humanity finds itself on the brink of extinction as vampires have ascended to power, establishing their eternal dominion while dismantling human civilisation piece by piece.
At the heart of this epic tale is Gabriel de León, a half-man, half-monster hybrid, and the last surviving member of the revered Silver Order. As a silversaint, Gabriel has dedicated his life to defending the realm from the vampiric threat. Yet, he finds himself imprisoned by these very creatures, compelled to recount his harrowing story.
Empire of the Vampire intricately weaves Gabriel’s narrative, unveiling a tapestry of legendary battles, forbidden love, lost faith, and enduring friendships. Central to this saga is the War of the Blood, the malevolent reign of the Forever King, and Gabriel's relentless quest to find humanity’s last hope - the Holy Grail. Each chapter propels readers through a blend of action, emotion, and deep lore, enriching a story that is both tragic and exhilarating.
Adding to the book's allure are the hauntingly beautiful illustrations by Bon Orthwick (known as @monolimeart). These images enhance the immersive experience, providing a visual feast that complements Kristoff's masterful storytelling.
This Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller from the award-winning author of the Nevernight Chronicle has been praised by critics and readers alike. V.E. Schwab hails it as "bloody brilliant," while Joe Abercrombie describes it as "a ripping read."
For those captivated by this dark fantasy, the adventure continues in the highly anticipated sequel, Empire of the Damned, available for preorder now.
Series: Empire of the Vampire
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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.
Book Details
INFORMATION
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
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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