The Hidden Will of the Dragon

[Charlie]

I'll try to answer questions without creating spoilers!

[Erma]

Hi Charlie,

I've read a few things here and there about the Blood Countess and it's pretty amazing, but in a very gory sort of way. What made you choose to write about her? Do you find that much of the information out there has turned to legend?

[Charlie]

Culturally, I've always been fascinated by how women are typically perceived in society (whether modern or past) when it comes to issues of violence and crimes. I picked up a book about the 'Most Evil Women In History.' I came across Elizabeth Bathory and decided to find out more about her. Unlike the other women in the book, her history bordered on unconfirmed legend. This was all I needed to get my brain working. After reading about the region, the wars, her family, I got to thinking about what classifies a person (during this time/region) as 'evil,' and is it possible to create circumstances that make a known murderer sympathetic? I had gender on my side, now all I needed was a loose chronicling of events. It's just my nature to always ask, 'why would a person do it?' If put in a similar situation, what would I do? Considering her position of power and personality, I drew a big 'What if!'
I love stories that tug at morality. This is probably why 'Dexter' is my favorite TV series. I'm rooting for the serial killer! Incredible!

[DJ]

I Love Dexter Too!!!!!!!
Have you read the books?

[Charlie]

I have not read the books. I bought box sets and watched them until I couldn't stay awake any longer. I just love the entire concept. I bet the books are even better. Should I buy them too?

[DJ]

I've only got the first three so far Bu I would certainly say that it ould be worth trying them.I know sometimes that pople do no like to go back and forth between books and TV series.