by Anne Rice
First published 2001
Vittorio, a noble Florentine, lives in a world of courtly splendor. But his family is shattered by an unholy power. Seduced by the alluring vampire Ursula, Vittorio pursues vengeance, plunging into a nightmarish court of demonic foes, war, and political intrigue. Amidst the wonders and horrors of Renaissance Italy, Vittorio's doomed love for Ursula threatens to consume him.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, fantasy, horror
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: doomed-romance, enemies-to-lovers
352 pages · Paperback · Arrow/Children's
Content warnings: violence