Book Review: . . . Never Dream

Reviewed By: Harriet Klausner

. . . Never Dream     Amazon US TPB Amazon Canada TPB
Scott Charles Adams
Class/Genre:   Fantasy   Vampire   Supernatural
ADR, May 1999, $15.00, 239pp
Trade Paperback

The world has dramatically changed since Sir Arthur Talon became a vampire over seven centuries ago. Though much of the respect within the movement has eroded along side that of human society, Arthur expects any vampire visiting his turf in Salamaca, Spain to obey the laws of the extinct Vampire Society.

Lyle is one of the modern vampires with no reverence for anyone except himself. He demands Arthur provides him the ancient "book" that Lyle believes is the true source of Arthur's powers. Arthur refuses saying he never uses the dangerous tome and that his superior prowess comes form much greater experience. However, Arthur soon realizes that someone else much cleverer than the insipid Lyle must be behind the scenes manipulating the squabble. As Lyle's counter forces grow stronger than Arthur's team, the latter allies himself with a graduate student and a werewolf as the final confrontation nears.

...NEVER DREAM is an exciting supernatural fantasy tale that will stir the blood of vampire fans. The cast is understandable especially the supernatural lot. Though Terry's flashbacks add depth, they slow down a story line that remains fun to read because Scott Charles Adams provides a serious tale without taking himself gravely serious. Readers will feel fully entertained and wanting another pint of blood from this fine author.

Harriet Klausner

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