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Nancy H
Jan 29, 2013 rated it really liked it
What an interesting take on Russian history! This novel reads like historical fiction but has the aristocracy of Russia cast as vampires and witches, with a few zombies thrown in for good measure. What could have come off as bizarre actually turns out to be quite a good story. It tells the story of Katye, a Russian duchess who has the ability to raise people from the dead, although they come back as the 'undead'. She also catches the eye of a vampire prince from Montenegro, who knows about her a ...more
Stephanie
This was an awesome story, and terrible writing. I do hope the next books improve in writing style and layout of information, because this is a great story with lots of potential.
Neila
Feb 08, 2012 rated it it was amazing
A very exciting story which takes place in the Royal Court of Russia. It includes vampires, undead armies, Dark and Light fairie courts, and lots of intrigue.
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