Historical Fiction
Burning Shadows
2009·352 pages
A vampire seeks sanctuary in 438 C.E. Carpathians, facing Hunnic threats and personal secrets in a dark historical tale.
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A vampire seeks sanctuary in 438 C.E. Carpathians, facing Hunnic threats and personal secrets in a dark historical tale.
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Two decades strong, the Saint-Germain cycle is one of the most compelling works of dark fantasy and horror of our age. Historically accurate, these deeply emotional novels have a devoted readership. In Burning Shadows , Yarbro looks at the legendary Huns from the perspective of the people who faced the brunt of their attacks. The vampire Saint-Germain seeks sanctuary at an isolated monastery, unwilling to abandon the hundreds of terrified villagers he has led in flight from the Huns. A few Roman...
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will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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Moderate romantic and sexual elements; some scenes implied but not graphic.
Violence & gore
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Frequent violence depicting Hunnic attacks; some graphic suffering and historical brutality.
Profanity
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Substance use
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LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Minor religious elements; monastery setting with brief spiritual references.
Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Moderate occult themes tied to vampire nature; not central but present.
Political content
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Moderate historical social commentary on humanity's inhumanity and conflict.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Major themes of systemic suffering and cruelty during Hunnic invasions.
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