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Blood and Gold

Blood and Gold

FantasyHistorical Fiction
Pages
471
Published
2001
Language
English

Synopsis

Step into the ancient world with Marius, an old vampire whose life spans centuries and continents. From the grandeur of Rome to encounters with mythical beings, his story is one of lost love and enduring fascination. He navigates the complex lives of other vampires, all while being pursued and seeking his own answers.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicDarkReflectiveComplexAtmospheric
Morally Grey

Genres

Fantasy Historical Fiction Horror Literary Fiction Mythology Paranormal

About the author

A
Anne Rice

Anne Rice was born Howard Allen Frances O'Brien on 4 October 1941 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the second of four daughters of Irish Catholic parents Katherine "Kay" Allen O'Brien and Howard O'Brien. She married poet Stan Rice in 1961; he died in 2002. They had two children, Christopher (b. 1978) and Michele (1966-1972). Rice published her debut novel, Interview with the Vampire, in 1976, launching what became The Vampire Chronicles. Her books have sold nearly 100 million copies worldwide, making...

Characters

MariusProtagonist
PandoraSupporting
Amadeo (Armand)Supporting
All characters in Blood and Gold

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Blood and Gold need to be read after other Vampire Chronicles books?

    While it is part of The Vampire Chronicles, Blood and Gold focuses on Marius's backstory and can be read as a standalone introduction to his character without requiring prior knowledge of the earlier books in the series.