by Anne Rice
First published 1999
In a Parisian cafe, the fledgling vampire David meets Pandora, an immortal with a remarkable past. Intrigued, David convinces Pandora to recount her extraordinary life story - a sweeping tale of forbidden romance, political intrigue, and the transformative power of vampirism. From the decadent courts of ancient Rome to the salons of 18th-century France, Pandora's memoir chronicles her bittersweet journey, culminating in a reunion with her maker, the vampire Marius. At its heart, this is a timeless story of passion, sacrifice, and the eternal longing for connection.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, forbidden-love
Setting: Florence (Italy), Rome, Rome (Empire)
Period: Augustus, 30 B.C.-14 A.D., 1421-1737
299 pages · Paperback · Atlantida Editorial S.A.