Vampire Wars
- 800pages
- 28 heures de lecture
A blood-drenched omnibus telling the story of the Von Carstein vampire counts, cruel undead rulers of the cursed land of Sylvania.
Steven Savile est un auteur britannique qui explore les genres de la fantasy, de l'horreur et du thriller. Son œuvre aborde souvent les aspects plus sombres de la psychologie humaine et les tensions sociétales, se caractérisant par une atmosphère immersive et des rebondissements pleins de suspense. Savile construit magistralement des mondes et des personnages qui entraînent les lecteurs au cœur de l'action. Son écriture est saluée pour son originalité et sa capacité à susciter la réflexion.







A blood-drenched omnibus telling the story of the Von Carstein vampire counts, cruel undead rulers of the cursed land of Sylvania.
Peter Ash and Frankie Varg, agents with the European Crimes Division, investigate a series of murders where the victims are sent sinister gifts in the post... severed human body parts. Accompanying those gifts is a note: Memini Bonn. I remember Bonn. What does this mean, and when will the killings end?
It is believed that there are magnetic energies whose lines intersect in Prague at several spots. Astronomical, astrological, numerological, and magnetic forces have all played a role in building the citybut how will they influence its future? This is the city rich in history, and full of potentialhow will it adapt over the centuries to come? Will it have a glamorous rebirth or wallow in a dystopic nightmare? And what will be the role of the old superstitions in the new world? For the Doctor and his companions, the answers to these questions are only just the start of further mysteries.
SG-1 are asked by the Tok'ra to rescue a creature known as Mujina. The last of its species, Mujina is devoid of face or form and draws its substance from the needs of those around it. The creature is an archetype - a hero for all, a villain for all, depending upon whose influence it falls under.
A brilliantly rendered story about obsession and one man's attempt to unravel the mystery that destroyed his grandfather's life, set against a magical and intricately woven cityscape.
The narrative unfolds in a richly crafted universe, blending science fiction with intricate character development. The main story by Kevin J. Anderson introduces compelling protagonists facing formidable challenges, while the sequel novelette by Steven Savile expands on their journeys, exploring themes of bravery and resilience. Together, these tales offer a seamless continuation of the Stellar Guild Series, captivating readers with imaginative world-building and engaging plot twists that deepen the overall saga.
"How can one man be in four places at once? Lecturing to a carefully selected audience, Dr. Watson recounts the unraveling of this impossible riddle after he and The Great Detective are summoned to Stockholm. The King of Sweden has been spotted in several cities on the same day, many miles apart. Threats of blackmail hint at some dark purpose behind this deception. As Holmes and Watson dig deeper, they uncover a convoluted plot of murder, mummery, and mesmerism."-back cover
"Frankie Varg of the Eurocrimes Division heads to Tallinn, Estonia, in search of her young cousin who's believed to have dropped out of university to join One World, a religion many believe to be nothing more than a fanatical cult. Hot on her heels is her field partner Peter Ash, who's searching for the identity of a woman's charred body found in the woods close to Tallinn. When Peter arrives in the city, he finds Frankie attempting to infiltrate One World by posing as a runaway sleeping rough. Brought into One World's all-encompassing embrace, Frankie is shown the work the organisation does with the homeless around the world. But is it all a cover-up for their more nefarious activities? Who is their leader, the mysterious Shepherd? What clues will the burnt body uncover - and is Frankie out of her depth?"-- Publisher's description
The Von Carsteins are the most infamous vampires to stalk the Warhammer Old World. This three-book saga chronicles their rise and fall in one bumper omnibus edition.