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Formosan Vampire
Formosan Vampire, by Amadeus Rockefeller, offers a riveting narrative that interweaves the lives of two markedly different characters. Seth, a centuries-old vampire, languishes in prison, haunted by a past rich in conquests, conflicts, and losses. Known previously as the formidable leader of the Dark Order, he finds himself on death row, reflecting on a life marked by horror and regret.
In stark contrast is Eunice, a 26-year-old paralegal, whose experience with racism and derogatory treatment in her youth fuels her ambition in the legal field. Her path crosses with Seth’s when she interviews him, uncovering tales of ancient vampire kingdoms and Seth’s former glory. Their interaction unveils a history marred by the fall of civilizations and governmental corruption, and an unexpected bond forms between them amidst Seth’s psychological ploys.
Rockefeller’s novel is characterized by its sophisticated characters and a plethora of themes that add depth to the narrative. While the book’s length may initially seem intimidating, it quickly draws the reader into its complex world. The narrative, while occasionally pausing in its suspense, is enriched by vivid descriptions and a deep exploration of vampire lore, which together weave a captivating and immersive world. The story is particularly appealing to those with a penchant for horror, offering just enough gore to maintain a gripping atmosphere. The fusion of historical elements with the vampire theme adds an intriguing layer to the story.
Formosan Vampire is a compelling read for anyone fascinated by the lore of vampires and complex character dynamics. Those interested in a novel that blends horror, history, and intricate character studies will find this book a noteworthy addition to their reading list.
Pages: 548 | ASIN : B0CQVYMZHJ
Taiwan Butterfly
Taiwan Butterfly follows a British missionary who comes into possession of a powerful Tibetan grimoire called ‘The Book of the Butterfly’. What was the inspiration for the setup to your story?
Taiwan Butterfly is the second installment of a series I am writing called The Book of The Butterfly. The prequel will be released later, which details the adventures of the main character Jonathan Woods and his travels around Asia as he searches for occult material. Something Jonathan has been obsessed about since a teenager. The beginning of Taiwan Butterfly picks up from the ending of the first novel ‘Book of the Butterfly.’ I released the second book first, ‘Taiwan Butterfly’ because it deals with death and resurrection. I am an English teacher and recently had a young twelve-year-old private English student of mine pass away from a childhood stroke. She had been my student since she was five years old. So I released Taiwan Butterfly first as a tribute to her and with a wish that it could be true.
Jonathan Woods is an interesting character that was fun to follow. What were some driving ideals behind your character’s development?
Jonathan Woods is a composite character formed from Indiana Jones, Merlin, and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Three of my favorite fictional characters. All I had to do then was imagine what such a character would be like and do.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
The death of someone we love and how it affects our belief in life was what I wanted to explore. I wanted to say that life is precious, and we should cherish it. Too many books and entertainment glorify death and the killing of people for fun or without hesitation. I find it very sad that people disrespect life so much. We are only here once on this earth. We will never be here again. Respect life and love it while you can. That’s what Taiwan Butterfly is about.
What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?
I’m multi-tasking on that one! I am writing four books at the same time. First to be released will be a gothic-horror story called ‘Formosan Vampire’ in mid-July 2023. The second will be a political thriller called ‘The Illuminati’ regarding a secret world order that has been controlling everything happening in the world, both good and bad. The third will be the prequel to ‘Taiwan Butterfly’. And the fourth is a sci-fi epic called ‘Conquest of our Forefathers’ about an ancient alien race that created an experimental lifeform and placed it on planet Earth to see what would happen. The human race is that experiment! Then, after a break, I will write the prequel to ‘Legend Blade’, my first novel that was published in 2021.
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