Merrick
Merrick by Anne Rice, published by Arrow in 2010, is a captivating addition to the Vampire Chronicles series, featuring 496 pages in English. This novel intertwines elements of fantasy, horror, and the supernatural, presenting a vivid narrative that explores themes of guilt, love, and the complexities of immortality. The story follows Louis, a vampire grappling with the aftermath of his actions, particularly the murder of his beloved child vampire, Claudia. In his despair, he seeks the help of Merrick, a witch skilled in black magic, to attempt to resurrect Claudia’s spirit.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of vampires, witchcraft, and voodoo as Merrick embarks on a perilous journey into the underworld to summon Claudia’s ghost. The narrative delves into the dangers of meddling with the supernatural, revealing the lurking spirits that threaten to disrupt their quest. This edition offers a blend of thrilling suspense and gothic elements, making it a notable entry in the genre of paranormal fiction.
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SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SHOW, FROM THE NETWORK BEHIND THE WALKING DEAD
‘ W hen I found Rice’s work I absolutely loved how she took that genre and (…) made it feel so contemporary and relevant’ Sarah Pinborough, bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes
‘ Rice wrote in the great tradition of the gothic’ Ramsey Campbell, bestselling author of The Hungry Moon
The 7th book in the Vampire Chronicles. Vampires, witchcraft and voodoo come together in this vivid, exotic and terrifying novel
Louis is a vampire tortured by guilt. His status as a killer has left him conflicted for much of his immortal life, but after the murder of Claudia, his beloved child vampire, he spirals into a state of depression. And in a moment of desperation he decides to bring her back with the help of the beautiful witch Merrick.
To save Louis’ sanity, Merrick must use black magic to call up the ghost of Claudia – however dangerous this may be. But in the dark unknown of the underworld there are other spirits who will not lie still, and her search takes her close to the edge of peril.
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