The House Of The Vampire

This inventive interpretation of the vampire myth, with vampires feeding on more than just blood, was one of the first psychic vampire novels of its time. Considered a classic among Victorian gothic novels, this book blurs the line between fact and fiction, posing a horrifying vision of a brutal, vampire ridden reality. Viereck's prose and plot, although somewhat clunky to begin, does begin to build momentum, eventually culminating into a well-executed ending, with refreshing and innovative plot twists along the way. The fact that Viereck created a vampire who wasn't just after blood but for your mind and soul, creates a far more riveting psychological thriller that has readers asking 'what next?' for the entirety of the novel. Viereck's vampire is relentless and formidable, feeding on the human psyche with no remorse. This book may not be as well received by those looking for blood, guts and horror. For others, 'The House of the Vampire' will make for an entertaining and unique vampire thriller that left readers wanting more.