History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

Night of the Huntress (The Brotherhood of Blood, Book 2)

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Sexy, exciting.. lots of fun vampire bits
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Night of the Huntress (The Brotherhood of Blood, Book 2)
Kathryn Smith
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ASIN: 0060849916
Release Date: 2007-01-30

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Bishop has been a vampire for 700 years and though he wishes nothing more than to live his life in peace, getting humans to believe that vampires are not monsters is a difficult task, and vampire hunters like The Reaper make it even more difficult.

Believing that a vampire killed her mother, Irina leads a band of vigilantes, determined to rid the world of these monsters. What no one knows is that Irina herself is half–vampire. Determined to deny that side of her, Irina captures Bishop, believing he can lead her to the vampire responsible for her mother's death. But over the course of Bishop's captivity, secrets about Irina's past are revealed and she soon learns that what she has always believed to be true is anything but. Now Irina and Bishop are in a race against time as they fight for their lives––and their love.

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Sexy, exciting.. lots of fun vampire bits.......2007-09-19

This book is just as good as her other vampire novel, just in a different way. It's more action packed rather than dramatic, and much more conflict to overcome. As always wonderful engaging story, great sensuality.. I love Kathryn Smith!

Sorry to do that.......2007-07-11

I am sorry to have to give this book only 2 stars, but I never even finished it. I was anxious to read this book because I really enjoyed Smith's previous vampire book, Be Mine Tonight. But, I couldn't get into this book. I picked it up, read a little, then put it down. I did this several times, finally putting it down and not picking it back up.
I am not sure what the problem was for me. I think that I just don't like heroines who are the hunters. There is always that fighting and kicking everybody's butt and hating the hero from the get go that just turns me off.
Paranormals are not my favorite, but I do like a good one. Smith is a good writer. I have read many of her books, but this one just didn't do it for me. I will try the next one about Saint and hope that his heroine is more my cup of tea.

A Rare Gem In A Sea Of Many!.......2007-04-09

Marika Karzha, a vampire slayer, has taken on the task of finding a certain vampire for pay, but in reality she has her own personal agenda clearly in mind when she find this vampire. When she does capture him, the lines between captive and captor will become blurred. He is more than he seems, much, much more...

NIGHT OF THE HUNTRESS is by author Kathryn Smith. This is one of those very rare historical paranormals that are far and few between. Not only are they hardly seen on the store shelves these days, then combined with exceptional writing, you have a winning novel in NIGHT OF THE HUNTRESS.

Ms. Smith wrote from the heart, giving her characters mobility and a full range of emotions that pull at the heart. You will find yourself lured into this tale of revenge and love without effort. The love scenes are sensual and moving. This is one of the best historical paranormal novels this reviewer has read this year!

Marika has lost so much to the evil vampires that it has hardened her heart toward them. She kills them without thought or care. With each one, she hopes to find the remaining clue to end her search, and it seems she is very, very close. When she captures Bishop, she just knows the final clue is close at hand. What she doesn't see coming is that he is more than a hated vampire, but a man with heart and feelings--a soul...

Bishop has lived way too long, losing a mortal wife to the prejudices of mortals, yet he has managed to keep to himself and survives. Then he comes home, home to the place his buried his wife, he is captured by a fiery woman that claims he is a killer. She couldn't be farther from the truth. What neither know is something much more sinister is lurking within the shadows of their lives. They will end up having to work together or parish. What they uncover destroy them both.

Historical paranormal novels so rare, and you will not be disappointed when you buy a copy of NIGHT OF THE HUNTRESS. It is ever thing you look for in a historical paranormal romance tale. One filled with danger, love, longing, seeking and lasting fulfillment. This reviewer highly recommends this undeniably superb novel.

Reviewed by Janalee Ruschhaupt, 2007
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Terrific Vampire Tale - Sensual.......2007-03-02

In the second installment of Kathryn Smith's foray into the paranormal with her "Brotherhood of the Blood" series, she continues to delight this fan with distinctive prose along with a dazzling sensual action romp.

In NIGHT OF THE HUNTRESS, Bishop comes face to face with the Halfling vampire Marika whose sole passion is to slay all vampires in her quest to find the one whom she's been told killed her mother. Initially, Marika thought of Bishop as just another monster to be rid of. While Bishop who thought to have buried his heart 300 years before, was moved by the beauty and courage of the little dhampyr, so much so, that when Marika was threatened, it would be he who would save the vampire slayer. Later they would both discover that the bigger monsters would prove to be human with very evil intent.

Kathryn Smith has been an auto buy for me for some time now, to a certain extent because she knows how to really write some very HOT and sensual scenes. That is only part of the reason though, as she exemplifies these scenes with terrific action, fully developed characters whose emotional struggles give credence to their purpose in the story. Marika was torn wanting to have the love of her father and though she was half-vampire herself, deep down thought to gain his love by slaying the monsters that she was told had deprived him of his beloved wife. Discovering the care Bishop had given to the grave of his long dead wife, Marika began to rethink her assessment of the soullessness of the monster she had intended to slay and realized there was more to him than she realized.

Having read several vampire stories before, I am always amazed at the creativity of the spin Smith put out of how these six soldiers were originally turned into vampires. Additionally, setting the story in the period of 1899 with references to Bram Stoker's Dracula certainly made for entertaining reading. While this second book has been my introduction to her paranormal series, I definitely see myself going back to pick up the first volume BE MINE TONIGHT, and look forward to enjoying the entire series as it is released. Always entertaining Smith has hooked me again with this new series. Very much recommended.

Marilyn Rondeau, for CK2S Kwips and Kritiques

Excellent read. Well written and totally absorbing........2007-02-17

Wow! This is the second book in the Brotherhood of Blood series. I truly enjoyed this series/book. Marika-Heroinne is the huntress and a real Bad-A but she is also sweet. Bishop-Hero was totally the man. The book starts out with a bang and doesn't stop until the end. I cannot wait until the third book comes out.

Night of Blood (Dragonlance: The Minotaur Wars, Book 1)

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One of the BEST DragonLance books! And I Read LOTS and LOTS! Knaak is Mr. Minotaur Man!
Knaak get's a Trilogy
The Minotaur Wars:Night of Blood
Minotaurs revealed
Machiavellian satire in the world of Krynn

Night of Blood (Dragonlance: The Minotaur Wars, Book 1)
Richard A. Knaak
Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast
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ASIN: 0786931965
Release Date: 2004-02-03

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This direct follow-up to the best-selling War of Souls trilogy deals with the minotaurs, a race with which New York Times best-selling author Knaak is particularly known for. This series moves the minotaur species to the forefront of the Dragonlance world.

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One of the BEST DragonLance books! And I Read LOTS and LOTS! Knaak is Mr. Minotaur Man!.......2006-07-26

I've been a DragonLance fan for a decade or so. I read a LOT of its books(as well of its sister world Forgotten Realms), and I have to say this is one of the best!

I read the past works of Knaak about his minotaurs, and though I enjoyed them all, this one is his masterpiece! The characters are well done, the flow of the story - though shifts from one character to another - keeps you totally interested, unlike some books where some character's plot is just boring. It is so well done that my mind is racing, thinking, wishing that this character and that will meet and go at it. You will really admire most characters in this book(Rahm, Bastion), though there are some you will dislike(Nephera and Ardnor), and some both (Hotak, Faros). Some of you may have a hard time deciding whos side you are on, since any side shows a part where you can agree on, and disagree as well... Well, maybe except the ogres.

His storytelling and description of places and characters are so vivid, that you can really picture them out with ease, and no confusion at all. Speaking of confusion, some reviews said you get confused with too many names. Well, there is a glossary at the back of the book to help you, which isnt really a hassle as others would say. Also, if you use common sense, you will know this character will die at the end of the chapter anyway! So you will know who is worth remembering or not. And unlike other books, like Forgotten Realm's "the Rage"(which I still enjoyed), he actually kills off even some important characters, not give them millions of chances to live.

The cons I found are just minor ones. Yes, the story isnt really 100% original, but then again, its one that is worth retelling and never gets old. The battle scenes arent as colorful as RA Salvatore's, but either cuz Mr. Knaak dont want to focus much there, or that they are afterall minotaurs, and not drow in terms of style-fighting. Too many "stab at the unprotected throat"!

Get it! Its worth your money! And I for one cant wait to read 2 and 3.

And as of my personal favorites in this book(book 1 of the Minotaur Wars)... Rahm>Bastion>Hotak>Ulthar=Faros>everyone else...

Knaak get's a Trilogy.......2006-07-17

And it's about time. I suppose you could say his three books featuring Kaz's storyline were a trilogy, but they weren't packaged that way. Knaak does not dissapoint with the Minotaur Wars.

This is your classis empire vs. rebels storyline with a dragonlance twist. Control of the minotaur empire goes to a new family with new ideas. At first everyone is happy but as bad empires tend to do, this one thirsts for more power.

Fortunately some heroes rise up to try to regain the throne. If you've read Knaak before you know he likes to introduce many characters and then kill most of them off. That pattern is certainly at work here. If you get confused with the names, don't worry, they won't be around for long.

This book has plenty of action. I particularly liked how in the first book there was no clear good vs evil when you looked at the empire and rebellion. Seemed more realistic.

For you Dragonlance fans, this is a great read and one of the few that recent novels that is exciting and epic in scope. Enjoy.

The Minotaur Wars:Night of Blood.......2005-10-28

A minotaur general named Hotak-de-Deroka & his family assassinate all of the minotaur leaders loyal to the corrupt Chot-es-Kalin, as well as the emperor, and declares himself emperor. A general named Rahm-es-Hestos manages to evade capture and death, and starts a rebellion on an uncharted island. On one of the prison camp islands a nephew of Chot, named Faros (pretending to be his servant Bek) & two friends start a rebellion that nearly succeeded in escaping & killing Hotak's daughter.

This is a basic summery of this book. I love this book so much and it has the right amount of everything to create a near perfect book just like the rest of these Chronicales. One part though I thought was really cheesy how he would have enough assassins to kill all the leaders, and have only one escape. My favorite Character would be Rahm-es-Hestos because he manages to escape, and outsmart the emperor and his family at every turn. I defiantly would recommend reading this book and it's rich but leaves you wanting more and I am definitely getting the rest of the Chronicles.

Minotaurs revealed.......2005-08-20

Richard Knack has been known for his interpretations of Minotaurs starting with the book titled Kaz the Minotaur. This book is a different than most Dragonlance novels as right away fromt he opening scenes it has a really dark feel, which is a nice change of pace.

There have been some negative comments about this book, but frankly this is one of the best Dragonlance novels released int he last 3-5 years and a great overall trilogy.

If you are a fan of the Dragonlance setting and have been disapponted lately with what has been released give this one a shot I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

Machiavellian satire in the world of Krynn.......2005-06-26

Apparently this one got mixed reviews. It's easy to see why. This is a well written book with a solid plot, and yet it just doesn't have that DL feeling. It's extremely slow in getting into the story, and of course it lacks diverse characters (as well it should on the islands of minotaurs)- no wizards, no elves, certainly no kender. But I thought it was very solid nonetheless.

For anyone who's ever read Machiavelli, this is a carbon copy of The Prince, only as application rather than theory. That in itself was enough to keep me reading (well, I am a political science major). It's all about the most effective way to seize and maintain power, how to deal with dissention, and how to gain and hold the support of the masses (and of course, keep them dependent on you). In that respect (as theory actually put into practice in this novel) it's even more chilling than Machiavelli. I loved and hated Hotak and his children. And although it took me longer to finish this one than any other DL novel (even the 600+ WoS ones) due to the slow-to-get going build-up, in the end I was not disappointed.

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AFTERMATH
New Classics for the 21st Century!

Ragnarok: Night of Blood, Vol. 3
Myung Jin Lee
Manufacturer: TokyoPop
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ASIN: 1931514755

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The winds of change are blowing in Midgard. After a 1000-year slumber the Wolf Goddess, Fenris, has been reincarnated in the body of a beautiful warlock. As she searches the land for the reincarnation of the god Balder, she is hunted by the arrogant young Valkyrie, Sara Irine. Her quest will take her to the far corners of Midgard where she will meet and be joined the magical princess Iris, the air headed thief Lidia, and Chaos, a powerful warrior with no memory of his past.

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AFTERMATH.......2005-07-25

At the end of Volume 2, all of the main characters of Ragnarok were involved in a battle royale in the city of Fayon, which ended when Chaos unconsciously summoned the dragon Nidhogg. Chaos and his friends wake up far from the city, with the understanding that they are the only survivors of Fayon. Chaos receives a visitation from the spirit of his dead mother, the goddess Frigg, telling him to find "the one who is both human...and not!" if he wants to save the world. Meanwhile, Loki and his team of Guild Assassins battle against a king who wants to bring an evil demon back into the world, even at the cost of innocent children. Unknown to Loki, Skurai has been transported by Odin's Beholders to the home of the Guild, to let his blade, Talatsu, take its fill of blood.

While the action gets a little too cluttered at times, the cast of characters more than makes up for that. These are real people having to make choices and paying for past misdeeds. Great read.
One of the best in the action genre, without sacrificing seriousness and character.

New Classics for the 21st Century!.......2003-02-21

Myung Jin Lee's Ragnarok series should be considered a new classic. He has mixed Norse mythology with anime and the result is fantastic. The third book of this action-packed series will have you dying to read the next and the next...

Stranger By Night (The Hot Blood Series)

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Erotic, Horrific, Powerful
HOT

Stranger By Night (The Hot Blood Series)
Jeff Gelb , and Michael Garrett
Manufacturer: Pinnacle
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ASIN: 0786016485

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Erotic, Horrific, Powerful.......2003-04-09

Once again, the Hot Blood series delivers on it's promise of exciting both your fear factor and erogenous zones simultaneously. While some of the stories are brilliant, such as "Jacking in", "Video Date", and "Godflesh", others drag a bit. But, even the worst story in Hot Blood: Stranger by Night is better than the other books and short stories out there. Just remember, if you share this book with someone you love, just hope they don't get too many ideas from it.... that could be down right scary.

HOT.......2000-04-08

I admit that I am new to reading erotic horror, but thus far I have enjoyed the Hot Blood series. I reccommend this book and any other from the Hot Blood series.

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Great Trilogy
A Diagnostician's Delight

Night Blood (Pinnacle Horror)
Thompson James M.
Manufacturer: Pinnacle
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

ASIN: 0786013826

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Great Trilogy.......2003-09-28

Since the romance writers discovered the Vampire, it is difficult to get a real rock 'em sock 'em blood drenched vampire book with lots of action and steamy sex. Look No Further

Night Blood is the first in a trilogy of "Blood" Books. The other two, Dark Blood & Immortal Blood MUST be read in sequence
and tell the story of the presence of vampires among us.

The Story moves geographically from Houston to New Orleans and ends in Banff, Canada.

The only weakness in the books is the author's attempt to "update" those attempting to read the books out of sequence or as a stand alone. The plot has lots of twists and turns.
The eventual ending is predictable, but the series are a very enjoyable read.

There could even be a FOURTH Blood Book.

A Diagnostician's Delight.......2001-10-03

As I think I've mentioned earlier, I'm not particularly fond of medical vampire tales. I like my vampires spooky, occult, and demonic. So things did not start out well when the vampire in this novel explains that he is the result of a mutation of Erythropoietic Uroporphyria mixed with a virus and that he was very particular about his choice of victims because he was afraid of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. But, technical elaboration aside, it turns out that the vampire in question certainly is spooky and demonic.

The tale is told in layers. The primary story is a third person narrative of the efforts of a team of Houston doctors and police to solve a wave of killings that leave bloodless, tattered victims. The other layer is a first person narrative by the killer himself. He is a man who was first infected in 1820 in the woods of Maine, and who has survived for the last 200 years by living very carefully. He is not a willing hunter, but has become increasingly enslaved to his violent hunger and is desperately seeking a cure. Whether or not he is a real 'vampire' is for you to decide. He meets all the basic requirements. While he can't fly and turn into a bat, stakes through the heart have no effect, nor do various religious items.

The team hunting the killer is composed of emergency room physician Matt Carter, pathologists Sheldon Silver and Samantha Scott, Detectives Shooter Kowolski, Sherry Landry and Chief Damon Clark. This high-powered crew starts out thinking they are chasing a serial killer. One who has plagued the Houston area for years, and only gradually do they realize that this killer is much more than they expected. The forensic part of the investigation is well told and believable. And the characters themselves are sympathetic. The book has a rare balance between characterization and action.

The vampire is a bit too much, however. Not that he isn't horrific or compelling. But his powers rest on a series of biological and genetic coincidences, which all occur together in Transylvania, and, honestly, stretch one's belief a bit. The medical facts play well in the story, but I'm not sure a classical vampire would have been any harder to believe. As it is, he is much harder to kill, and it is only by sheer luck that the team is even able to hold up until the end. His may seem to have some grim morals, but he has no interest in dying and manages to pull several fast ones on his opponents and the reader.

This is a high sex and gore story, so it will not be for all tastes. While not completely successful as either a medical thriller or a horror story, it comes very close. For a first novel it's very well done. Certainly this is the best effort I've seen at this kind of genre mix, and I hope to see more of Dr. Thompson.

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Lacks the overall usefulness the first 2 volumes had
Chicago Chronicles Vol. 3: Milwaukee by Night, Ashes to Ashes, and Blood Bond (Vampire: the Masquerade)
Ken Cliffe , Mark Rein Hagen , and Stewart Wieck
Manufacturer: White Wolf Games Studio
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Lacks the overall usefulness the first 2 volumes had.......2000-05-17

Chicago Chronicles vol. 3 is a decent source for a campaing in chicago, and the added section on milwaukee adds an extra setting. But this volume has rather useless information and things are repeated. the book is tedious and not at all as usefull as the other 2 for shicago by night, but the milwaukee section makes it at least worthwhile. I recommend gamemasters using chicago buy the first 2 books, Chicago Chronicles vol. 1 and 2, but the third is only necessary if you want an added area like milwaukee.

Taken by the Night (The Brotherhood of Blood, Book 3)

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Taken by the Night (The Brotherhood of Blood, Book 3)
Kathryn Smith
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ASIN: 006124502X

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I enjoy carnal pleasures like any mortal man, but six hundred years of existence have taught me loss. Best to stay away from people and save myself the heartache. Then I arrive at the notorious London brothel Maison Rouge, and my life, such as it is, will never be the same again.

Ivy Dearing, daughter of the infamous Madam, has requested my assistance. Two of her friends have been murdered, and she is determined to find their killer. I know better than to agree to help, yet Ivy is impossible to resist. No stranger to vampires, she has awakened desires within me that are as potent as my thirst for blood—desires that can only be satisfied by Ivy herself. But when there is another murder, it is all I can do to protect the woman I love from an evil more powerful than the undead . . .

Chicago Chronicles Vol. 2: Chicago by Night 2nd Edition and Under a Blood Red Moon (Vampire: the Masquerade)

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Chicago Chronicles Vol. 2: Chicago by Night 2nd Edition and Under a Blood Red Moon (Vampire: the Masquerade)
Andrew Greengerg
Manufacturer: White Wolf Games Studio
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1565042204

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Wonderful Supplement.......2000-07-19

The Chicago Chronicles, a story supplement for Vampire the Masquerade, consists of three volumes. There are many game sessions worth playing in the three volumes and spectacular city guides to Chicago and Milwakee.

The second volume provides an updated city guide of chicago which details all of the major players left in the city after the adventure "Under a Blood Red Moon"--which is also included in this volume.

The adventure is quite stimulating, featuring an all out war between Lupines and Vampires in Chicago. Whereas the city guide provides all one needs to know to role play a campaign in Campaign.

While this volume can probably stand on its own, it is very helpful to have the first volume as well. The first volume helps to acclimate the players to Chicago prior to having to engage in a challenging all out war in the city.

The odd thing about the three volume set is that the adventures detailed in the third volume seem to chronologically come before the events set in the second volume.

Again, these are wonderful supplements that are great to revolve a role playing campaign around. But, if nothing else, they are also fun reading that can inspire any other campaign.

It was very helpful.......1999-02-21

This book gave alot of useful info along with maps and many charactors to use in the citys of berlin and L.A.

Child of the Night: Power of the Blood World (Power of the Blood)

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MY THOUGHTS OF "CHILD OF THE NIGHT"
Couldn't put it down!

Child of the Night: Power of the Blood World (Power of the Blood)
Nancy Kilpatrick
Manufacturer: Mosaic Press (OH)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

ASIN: 0889628203

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MY THOUGHTS OF "CHILD OF THE NIGHT".......2002-04-22

THIS WAS A WONDERFUL READ!! IT WAS EXCITING, EROTIC AND EXTREMELY FASCINATING. NOT YOUR TYPICAL "VAMPIRE" STORY.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ANDRE AND CAROL WAS A LOVE/HATE SORT OF THING, THAT COULD HAVE GONE EITHER WAY. MS. KILPATRCIK EXCELLED WITH NATURE OF A UNION BETWEEN A MORTAL AND VAMPIRE. VERY THOUGHT PROVOKING~

I AM SO GLAD THAT I READ THIS NOVEL!!

Couldn't put it down!.......2001-02-28

I liked this book because the story was engaging and plus I liked Mrs. Kilpatrick's other book, Near Death. I liked the fact that the plot got right to the point and did not waste time describing things that were not central to the story.

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