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Luna Sanguis
Paris 1925. A young woman is nearing her Eternal Vampire state as her birthday approaches. She is held captive by the hybrid vampire she created and slowly drained of her pure blood to keep his addiction in check. She outwits him and escapes to a chateau in the hope of reaching maturity. But he follows her unmistakable scent and massacres all that dare protect his supply of Eternal blood.
She awakens in a tiny room trapped and defenceless with amnesia, but something deep in her subconscious yearns to be set free by the next full moon – the date of her Eternal Birthday.
Her true self, Eternal, emerges in brief flashes of awareness to protect her from the horrors of this terrifying prison. Desperate, she forges an alliance with her true love, a gorgeous young doctor treating her.
But her nemesis is out there somewhere, relishing the hunt for her blood – and nothing will stop him from becoming Eternal.
She awakens in a tiny room trapped and defenceless with amnesia, but something deep in her subconscious yearns to be set free by the next full moon – the date of her Eternal Birthday.
Her true self, Eternal, emerges in brief flashes of awareness to protect her from the horrors of this terrifying prison. Desperate, she forges an alliance with her true love, a gorgeous young doctor treating her.
But her nemesis is out there somewhere, relishing the hunt for her blood – and nothing will stop him from becoming Eternal.
178 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 11, 2013
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Simon Okill
12 books296 followersSimon Okill lives somewhere trapped on the internet with his vivid imagination.
Luna Sanguis is the story of Eternal, a 19 year old woman - an amnesiac vampire treated in an asylum in France 1925.
Luna Aeturnus follows hot on its heels as Eternal must face her dreaded enemy in a battle of the vampires.
Luna Sanguis is the story of Eternal, a 19 year old woman - an amnesiac vampire treated in an asylum in France 1925.
Luna Aeturnus follows hot on its heels as Eternal must face her dreaded enemy in a battle of the vampires.
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June 24, 2014
Lunar Sanguis is a compelling read and the depth of Simon Okill's talent is stunning! He is a masterful storyteller and a multi-faceted writer. As a fan of his Phantom Bigfoot series, I was surprised at the depth and intensity of the writing in Luna Sanguis. Whether you are a vampire fan or not, this story is age-old, captivating and compelling. The descriptions are vivid, the prose is beautifully written, and the settings are lush and appropriate. The story is powerful, gripping, horrific and lusty. I was simply unable to put the book down. You won't the able to either.
July 13, 2013
A gothic tale of love, hate, obsession, and the quest for immortality
"The sweetest music he had ever heard slowly evaporated from his memory like the dying sighs of a thousand angels."
Eternal - Delicate Rose - Petite Fleur, is a woman with a fractured mind from the horrid savagery she witnessed at the hands of her pursuer, Count Lucien.
This gothic, dark, poetic tale leads us through the twisted mind of this poor woman as she is entrapped in the bowels of an insane asylum reminiscent of Dante's Inferno.
She and the Count share a commonality, they exist in a perpetual dance of love and hate, mutual obsession. Both are inhabited by the souls of ancients entwined in an age-old battle for her precious, eternal blood. Through snatches of broken memory we learn Eternal has been pursued by the Count in all his incarnations across ancient Europe, the two of them leap-frogging into one life after another, each vying for that magic moment when her blood will bring forth its gift of eternal life.
"He heard that word again - "Eternal" - carried on a breeze of subconscious design."
This lost soul plays the role of Madonna, bearing aspects of pure innocence and the predatory succubus. Through the centuries she has seduced kings, queens, statesmen, and all manner of rulers. A muse inspiring artists to greatness, forging conquerors from average men, she is a living paradox, the woman every man wants but can never truly have.
Simon Okill crafts a lyrical and disturbing story in the grand fashion of Edgar Allan Poe, told from the perspective of tortured souls with dual personalities. The characters are colorful, lively, despicable, yet still lovable in their human frailty.
A genre-bender, the story is definitely not what you would ever expect. A clever world where nothing and no one is what they seem, a world mired in grey morality where villains and heroes trade places like schizophrenics.
"The sweetest music he had ever heard slowly evaporated from his memory like the dying sighs of a thousand angels."
Eternal - Delicate Rose - Petite Fleur, is a woman with a fractured mind from the horrid savagery she witnessed at the hands of her pursuer, Count Lucien.
This gothic, dark, poetic tale leads us through the twisted mind of this poor woman as she is entrapped in the bowels of an insane asylum reminiscent of Dante's Inferno.
She and the Count share a commonality, they exist in a perpetual dance of love and hate, mutual obsession. Both are inhabited by the souls of ancients entwined in an age-old battle for her precious, eternal blood. Through snatches of broken memory we learn Eternal has been pursued by the Count in all his incarnations across ancient Europe, the two of them leap-frogging into one life after another, each vying for that magic moment when her blood will bring forth its gift of eternal life.
"He heard that word again - "Eternal" - carried on a breeze of subconscious design."
This lost soul plays the role of Madonna, bearing aspects of pure innocence and the predatory succubus. Through the centuries she has seduced kings, queens, statesmen, and all manner of rulers. A muse inspiring artists to greatness, forging conquerors from average men, she is a living paradox, the woman every man wants but can never truly have.
Simon Okill crafts a lyrical and disturbing story in the grand fashion of Edgar Allan Poe, told from the perspective of tortured souls with dual personalities. The characters are colorful, lively, despicable, yet still lovable in their human frailty.
A genre-bender, the story is definitely not what you would ever expect. A clever world where nothing and no one is what they seem, a world mired in grey morality where villains and heroes trade places like schizophrenics.
June 21, 2013
An elegant, terrifying, seductive story is brought to life by the highly skillful pen of Simon O’Kill. From the stunning beginning to the shocking end, it is impossible to put the book down. Sometimes you want to stop reading, you want to escape from the relentless horror of the situations described, but you soon return because you simply have to know what happens next.
Luna Sanguis is hard to categorize. It is, of course, a vampire story, but it transcends the usual genre by its delicate psychological drama. The secondary personalities of the protagonists, the amnesia, the merging of time, space, dream and reality, are profoundly complex. However, there is no need to keep track of what is real and what is imaginary – it does not matter – and the way to get the most from the book is to let go and allow the dark waves carry you to the conclusion. The quest for eternal life, such as it is for a vampire, is not limited by the here and now, and the leaps across several time periods, back and forth, emphasize this obsession so closely tied with blood, sexuality, and existence.
Be warned; this book is not for the faint of heart. Expect to be gasping with surprise and shock at several of the brutal, cruel, distressing scenes of blood, torture, sex, and extreme violence. And yet, the language is poetic and polished, even when the subject matter is highly disturbing – or perhaps particularly at these moments. Above all, try not to read it before you go to sleep; nightmares are guaranteed. I highly recommend this book to the discerning reader, but please read it when the sun is shining, not the moon…
ILIL ARBEL
Luna Sanguis is hard to categorize. It is, of course, a vampire story, but it transcends the usual genre by its delicate psychological drama. The secondary personalities of the protagonists, the amnesia, the merging of time, space, dream and reality, are profoundly complex. However, there is no need to keep track of what is real and what is imaginary – it does not matter – and the way to get the most from the book is to let go and allow the dark waves carry you to the conclusion. The quest for eternal life, such as it is for a vampire, is not limited by the here and now, and the leaps across several time periods, back and forth, emphasize this obsession so closely tied with blood, sexuality, and existence.
Be warned; this book is not for the faint of heart. Expect to be gasping with surprise and shock at several of the brutal, cruel, distressing scenes of blood, torture, sex, and extreme violence. And yet, the language is poetic and polished, even when the subject matter is highly disturbing – or perhaps particularly at these moments. Above all, try not to read it before you go to sleep; nightmares are guaranteed. I highly recommend this book to the discerning reader, but please read it when the sun is shining, not the moon…
ILIL ARBEL
October 8, 2013
Luna Sanguis by Simon Okill is an intriguing read. Exploring what happens when a vampire has amnesia, the novel switches from Rose’s reality to what might be memories and hallucinations. This is done in such a skillful way as to really convey Rose’s own confusion. However, I was able to follow along easily. The thing I really liked about these reality shifts is that it mirrors a mind in deep distress and it made Rose very sympathetic, while also wondering what monstrous life she had led prior to her loss of memory.
Many of the characters are not very sympathetic when viewed through Rose’s eyes. However, even that is suspect with her, leaving the reader with mystery upon mystery, and wondering what their true natures were.
Possibly one of the most likable characters is Edouard. We got enough glimpses of him to sense he just might be the good guy and Rose’s salvation, but the answer to that lies later in the series.
Okill’s writing style is different and very seductive as he paints the pictures in vivid colors. He draws you in to his world.
There were some typos that were a bit distracting, but even that didn't detract from the story itself much.
I enjoyed the book and I’m looking forward to the rest of the series.
Many of the characters are not very sympathetic when viewed through Rose’s eyes. However, even that is suspect with her, leaving the reader with mystery upon mystery, and wondering what their true natures were.
Possibly one of the most likable characters is Edouard. We got enough glimpses of him to sense he just might be the good guy and Rose’s salvation, but the answer to that lies later in the series.
Okill’s writing style is different and very seductive as he paints the pictures in vivid colors. He draws you in to his world.
There were some typos that were a bit distracting, but even that didn't detract from the story itself much.
I enjoyed the book and I’m looking forward to the rest of the series.
August 15, 2021
Luna Sanguis is a very fresh and delightfully unusual take on vampire lore. You are captured by the confused and traumatized mind of Eternal, while also seeing through the eyes of her other self, Rose. I have never seen anything written quite like this. The prose are very unique and feel real if you look beyond the fictional story. A great mystery and must read for vampire lovers.Luna Sanguis
July 2, 2013
Suspenseful. Intriguing. Pure Insanity.
Luna Sanguis reads like a Shakespearean tragedy—of the bloodthirsty vampire kind. This riveting story of sheer terror is sure to chill the cockles of many a heart, while it showcases the darkest depths of Simon Okill’s brilliant imagination. The agony of a young woman held captive, the confusion in her mind, and the willpower to live when her life is controlled by an evil so demented that it makes one cringe, is what makes this tale so heart wrenching.
Luna Sanguis is a complex story written in exacting detail with cameo appearances of 1920s legends like fashion designer Coco Chanel, actor Max Schreck and French poet and artist, Jean Cocteau. Every murder, every act of vile cruelty, every lewd thought, is described in glorious detail. Okill did an excellent job building the suspense and creating the terror. At times, I sat in rigid horror waiting to see what would happen next. The writing is lush with detail and the storytelling is divinely inventive.
Simon Okill is like a Stephen King of Vampire Gore, a truly gifted writer with a command of language that is pure genius. Luna Sanguis is a book that will haunt your days and nights long after you've finished.
Mesmerizing . Terrifying. Spellbinding. Extraordinary. Hypnotic.
What more can I say other than—buy this book!
Luna Sanguis reads like a Shakespearean tragedy—of the bloodthirsty vampire kind. This riveting story of sheer terror is sure to chill the cockles of many a heart, while it showcases the darkest depths of Simon Okill’s brilliant imagination. The agony of a young woman held captive, the confusion in her mind, and the willpower to live when her life is controlled by an evil so demented that it makes one cringe, is what makes this tale so heart wrenching.
Luna Sanguis is a complex story written in exacting detail with cameo appearances of 1920s legends like fashion designer Coco Chanel, actor Max Schreck and French poet and artist, Jean Cocteau. Every murder, every act of vile cruelty, every lewd thought, is described in glorious detail. Okill did an excellent job building the suspense and creating the terror. At times, I sat in rigid horror waiting to see what would happen next. The writing is lush with detail and the storytelling is divinely inventive.
Simon Okill is like a Stephen King of Vampire Gore, a truly gifted writer with a command of language that is pure genius. Luna Sanguis is a book that will haunt your days and nights long after you've finished.
Mesmerizing . Terrifying. Spellbinding. Extraordinary. Hypnotic.
What more can I say other than—buy this book!
September 22, 2013
The amazing Travis Luedke let me know that Simon Okill was looking for some reviewers for Luna Sanguis. I saw the cover (gorgeous cover!), heard vampires, hello, I'm all over it.
I should have read the blurb closer first, I would have been in a different frame of mind. You guys know how I like to surprise myself by not reading blurbs. :) I did know that it was 1925, set in France. I was good there. I started reading and was confused. A vampire? With amnesia? But then, I went back and read the blurb, put myself in a frame of mind more suitable for a little more serious reading, and I loved it.
This one took me a little longer to get through. (178 pages) Normally I can read 200 pages in a day, easily, BUT that is lighter reading. Simon's style of writing is very poetic, more dramatic writing, and I had to slow down a bit to absorb it all.
I would recommend this to the over 18 crowd who disdains the sparkly vampire (though I do love my sparkly vampires too), the people who want their original vampires back with the gore that vampires make you envision (see Lucien and his minions in this book). If you like your vampires to glitter, you might be like me and enjoy this too, I'm just saying, those who want the vampires to be the evil blood suckers that they once were, they will love this book.
This is just so different from any other vampire book I have ever read. The amnesia, dual personalities, the extreme fear, the nurse and Bonbon, it really was an amazing story.
Thank you Simon for letting me read Luna Sanguis. I really enjoyed it! Since this is #1, I look forward to the next in the series.
I received a copy of Luna Sanguis in exchange for an honest review.
I should have read the blurb closer first, I would have been in a different frame of mind. You guys know how I like to surprise myself by not reading blurbs. :) I did know that it was 1925, set in France. I was good there. I started reading and was confused. A vampire? With amnesia? But then, I went back and read the blurb, put myself in a frame of mind more suitable for a little more serious reading, and I loved it.
This one took me a little longer to get through. (178 pages) Normally I can read 200 pages in a day, easily, BUT that is lighter reading. Simon's style of writing is very poetic, more dramatic writing, and I had to slow down a bit to absorb it all.
I would recommend this to the over 18 crowd who disdains the sparkly vampire (though I do love my sparkly vampires too), the people who want their original vampires back with the gore that vampires make you envision (see Lucien and his minions in this book). If you like your vampires to glitter, you might be like me and enjoy this too, I'm just saying, those who want the vampires to be the evil blood suckers that they once were, they will love this book.
This is just so different from any other vampire book I have ever read. The amnesia, dual personalities, the extreme fear, the nurse and Bonbon, it really was an amazing story.
Thank you Simon for letting me read Luna Sanguis. I really enjoyed it! Since this is #1, I look forward to the next in the series.
I received a copy of Luna Sanguis in exchange for an honest review.
July 11, 2013
First thing I want to comment on is the cover. It is captivating and I am one that a book will grab my attention based on the cover; if I like what I see, I investigate the book further and usually walk out of the bookstore with it. Whoever your designer is did a fabulous job!
From start to finish Simon did a wonderful job writing this novel. His writing is sophisticated and descriptive. He truly did paint a picture in my head of the events occurring or the characters in the novel. From the very beginning, Eternal grabbed my attention and I felt happy, sad, scared and anxious with her. There was some momentary confusion in one part of the book that I was truly confused, but since the main character was too, that means this situation was depicted well.
I was fascinated by the creativeness of the nurse and the orderly characters (will not give anything further away—don’t want any spoilers)! The Count/Lucien’s character is well written and developed enough to give you insight into the background of this character and what led him to the evil monstrosities he now deals out.
Overall, as a book lover (particularly horror, supernatural, vampires) this was an interesting read and I can’t wait to read more! It sure had its uniqueness and spin on vampires and the world in which they exist.
From start to finish Simon did a wonderful job writing this novel. His writing is sophisticated and descriptive. He truly did paint a picture in my head of the events occurring or the characters in the novel. From the very beginning, Eternal grabbed my attention and I felt happy, sad, scared and anxious with her. There was some momentary confusion in one part of the book that I was truly confused, but since the main character was too, that means this situation was depicted well.
I was fascinated by the creativeness of the nurse and the orderly characters (will not give anything further away—don’t want any spoilers)! The Count/Lucien’s character is well written and developed enough to give you insight into the background of this character and what led him to the evil monstrosities he now deals out.
Overall, as a book lover (particularly horror, supernatural, vampires) this was an interesting read and I can’t wait to read more! It sure had its uniqueness and spin on vampires and the world in which they exist.
June 19, 2013
Simon Okill has created a horrific tome dealing with vampires, mysticism, and sexual depravity.
Delicate Rose- a vampire, perhaps, who seeks freedom and solace is trapped by Count Lucian, a man who may or may not be a vampire. He considers himself a suckling- a vampire who has not yet been given eternal life. Chaos ensues when Rose is entered into an insane asylum and Lucian cannot deal with the separation, or does he?
The book jumps back and forth between different periods of time, which, for me, was confusing. Sometimes, I found myself having to go back and get my bearings straight. I tend to prefer my horror without a lot of sex, so with areas of this book verging on erotica, I wasn’t as engaged with the story as I would have liked. Still, though, Okill does have a command of language that is beautiful to read.
His web unravels slowly, taking you on a ride that makes you completely uncomfortable and unsure of yourself. Let’s just say that the ending is one heck of a surprise and leaves the reader shocked.
Delicate Rose- a vampire, perhaps, who seeks freedom and solace is trapped by Count Lucian, a man who may or may not be a vampire. He considers himself a suckling- a vampire who has not yet been given eternal life. Chaos ensues when Rose is entered into an insane asylum and Lucian cannot deal with the separation, or does he?
The book jumps back and forth between different periods of time, which, for me, was confusing. Sometimes, I found myself having to go back and get my bearings straight. I tend to prefer my horror without a lot of sex, so with areas of this book verging on erotica, I wasn’t as engaged with the story as I would have liked. Still, though, Okill does have a command of language that is beautiful to read.
His web unravels slowly, taking you on a ride that makes you completely uncomfortable and unsure of yourself. Let’s just say that the ending is one heck of a surprise and leaves the reader shocked.
September 8, 2013
The author has woven a dramatic and powerful vampire story. Luna Sanguis (Luna Series Part1) by Simon Okill, is an eloquently written tale laced with tragedy, desire, violence and love. There are many surprising aspects to this dramatic and powerful story. There is also something eerie and hard to describe, like an invisible mystery written between-the-lines that only exist on an ethereal level – not sure how the author achieved this but it adds an exciting, unseen texture to the book. Recommended!
September 11, 2013
"Luna Sanguis" by Simon Okill attracted me because of its setting in Paris around 1925. I enjoy only the occasional Vampire story and with the setting in mind I had different expectations to the intense but thoroughly enjoyable reading experience I got.
Luna Sanguis has some exquisite historical feel to the story but it is mostly an intense and gory read with some detailed descriptions of killings, sexual scenes and psychological power games. It took me by surprise and thanks to the surprise effect I was totally engulfed in it.
At the heart of our story is Delicate Rose, or Eternal, who becomes amnesiac after being witness to a dreadful killing and she only escapes by the skin of her teeth. Brought into a lunatic asylum she continues to have nightmares and horrific visions.
Count Lucien and his two sidekicks are after her and she knows a certain fate awaits her at the next full moon.
The book is written in a very powerful prose and with very appropriate language to the historic setting. The story infiltrates your mind as you read it and the build up of suspense, the sense of helplessness and fear oozes from every page.
Scary, clever, superbly written and at times disturbing this is not for the light hearted but seems a must for all fans of the Vampire genre who like it 'rough'.
Quite unforgettable.
Luna Sanguis has some exquisite historical feel to the story but it is mostly an intense and gory read with some detailed descriptions of killings, sexual scenes and psychological power games. It took me by surprise and thanks to the surprise effect I was totally engulfed in it.
At the heart of our story is Delicate Rose, or Eternal, who becomes amnesiac after being witness to a dreadful killing and she only escapes by the skin of her teeth. Brought into a lunatic asylum she continues to have nightmares and horrific visions.
Count Lucien and his two sidekicks are after her and she knows a certain fate awaits her at the next full moon.
The book is written in a very powerful prose and with very appropriate language to the historic setting. The story infiltrates your mind as you read it and the build up of suspense, the sense of helplessness and fear oozes from every page.
Scary, clever, superbly written and at times disturbing this is not for the light hearted but seems a must for all fans of the Vampire genre who like it 'rough'.
Quite unforgettable.
June 26, 2013
This is a very different take on vampires. I was upset when it just ended, but I believe Simon will write more to the story. It kept me reading. I am anxious to see more of Eternal. I love all the flashbacks when they talk about different powerful figures from history as well as if so and so had no died they would have done x y or z. Very cool.
Definitely worth picking up and giving it a read!
Definitely worth picking up and giving it a read!
July 22, 2013
The beginning poem in this book was spectacular!!
Chapter one was pretty intense. It took me a while before I figured out what was going on, but once I did, I could say I was probably as terrified as she was.
As the story progresses, Eternal is found wandering by a farmer and taken to an asylum for the insane. It is here that she meets her last journey..for now. In this part of the story, she goes back and forth between Eternal (where everything is pure hell) and Delicate Rose (where everything is normal) so you are seeing two different perspectives on the same event.
By the time I got to Chapter 7, the pieces start to fall together. The story begins to focus on Lucien, her love, and what happened with him. It is determined that the reason he has kept her captive is he is waiting on the day for her to make him immortal.
The there is Edouard. He is her love according to her emerging memories and his memory. He pops into the story here and there and then the author reveals how and why she meets Edouard.
The story was very interesting and kept me enthralled. I really like the different POV. The story was a little slow at first but once it begins to pick up I couldn't put it down. The story starts off strange but eventually the author leads you back.
I was excited when Edouard comes to work at the asylum because I thought for sure he was going to rescue Delicate Rose from her hell. Instead I get a different surprise.
I love how the story played out and I love how the author wrote it. I would recommend to anyone who loves a good vampire novel.
Chapter one was pretty intense. It took me a while before I figured out what was going on, but once I did, I could say I was probably as terrified as she was.
As the story progresses, Eternal is found wandering by a farmer and taken to an asylum for the insane. It is here that she meets her last journey..for now. In this part of the story, she goes back and forth between Eternal (where everything is pure hell) and Delicate Rose (where everything is normal) so you are seeing two different perspectives on the same event.
By the time I got to Chapter 7, the pieces start to fall together. The story begins to focus on Lucien, her love, and what happened with him. It is determined that the reason he has kept her captive is he is waiting on the day for her to make him immortal.
The there is Edouard. He is her love according to her emerging memories and his memory. He pops into the story here and there and then the author reveals how and why she meets Edouard.
The story was very interesting and kept me enthralled. I really like the different POV. The story was a little slow at first but once it begins to pick up I couldn't put it down. The story starts off strange but eventually the author leads you back.
I was excited when Edouard comes to work at the asylum because I thought for sure he was going to rescue Delicate Rose from her hell. Instead I get a different surprise.
I love how the story played out and I love how the author wrote it. I would recommend to anyone who loves a good vampire novel.
July 3, 2013
Simon Okill’s novel Luna Sanguis is a winner. I truly enjoyed the mix of drama, horror, and a few dark comedic moments. I recommend this book to anyone that likes vampire, horror, or supernatural stories. This is a must read. I think that Okill’s literary style is unique in that he is able to convey emotion through the words he uses, which I felt makes the story more realistic. At many points, I was running alongside our heroine—that’s how descriptive the writing is. Further, I felt that the characters were great! There are so many dimensions to each character presented. I especially liked how we get inside the heads of his characters. I found myself drawn to the characters of Delicate Rose and Lucien. Delicate Rose is more than a meek young woman who has forgotten who she is. She is Eternal, her alter-persona which she takes on throughout the novel. Lucien is a perfect villain. He is not only suave and debonair, but he is truly evil.
I went into the novel expecting a great vampire novel. I got so much more! There is the vampire element, which Okill takes on a unique perspective, shying away from the stereotypical vampire lore. His take is modern, gruesome, and realistic. The description of “the making” was shocking, yet very fascinating.
Overall, this is a great read!! I found myself unable to put this down until I was finished. I hope there is more to come.
Five Stars
I went into the novel expecting a great vampire novel. I got so much more! There is the vampire element, which Okill takes on a unique perspective, shying away from the stereotypical vampire lore. His take is modern, gruesome, and realistic. The description of “the making” was shocking, yet very fascinating.
Overall, this is a great read!! I found myself unable to put this down until I was finished. I hope there is more to come.
Five Stars
October 6, 2014
Luna Sanguis by Simon Okill is a vampire book for adults. It’s a perfect cocktail of terror and mystery. Very poetic and beautifully written. I had this feeling of being in one of those old school vampire movies while reading the story. Great job!
I loved the way the author challenges the readers, forcing them to focus if they want to pick up all the necessary hints to get the best out of this terrific story. This is far from a typical la-la story about vampires, and there is nothing sparkly or tamed in these creatures. In fact, if you love gothic type, dark stories with terror so deep that it makes you scared of your own shadow, this is a perfect book for you. Excellent story telling with very detailed, powerful style which made this book intense and extremely gripping.
I suggest you’ll leave the lights on whilst reading this story, as it truly is a horror story in its best!
I loved the way the author challenges the readers, forcing them to focus if they want to pick up all the necessary hints to get the best out of this terrific story. This is far from a typical la-la story about vampires, and there is nothing sparkly or tamed in these creatures. In fact, if you love gothic type, dark stories with terror so deep that it makes you scared of your own shadow, this is a perfect book for you. Excellent story telling with very detailed, powerful style which made this book intense and extremely gripping.
I suggest you’ll leave the lights on whilst reading this story, as it truly is a horror story in its best!
September 19, 2013
The prose is poetic and beautiful. The flow of the story takes the reader on the terrifying, disorienting and thrilling journey of Delicate Rose. She is running for her life without even knowing who she is and as the mystery is revealed to the reader we see the root of her terror and how it all began. The book is so much more than a vampire novel. It is a story of tragedy, true love, madness and debauchery. Luna Sanguis is well worth your time and I recommend it as a read for the vampire lover, but also anyone who loves a great mystery. I love when authors step outside the box and it works this well. Simon has stepped outside the vampire genre box and with Luna Sanguis he's doing victory laps.
January 22, 2014
I’ll start out by saying that I love a good paranormal book. Primarily, I prefer paranormal romance, but I’m still a sucker for a vampire novel. So I jumped on the chance to read Luna Sanguis and Luna Aeturnus by Simon Okill because they sounded right up my alley. I found the first book a little hard to follow. It took several chapters for me to see a pattern and finally feel like I could follow what was going on, and once that happened, things started to fall into place it seemed. The writing took me on an unnerving journey at times through the characters’ lives, but in the end, I feel like that added to the story greatly. It wasn’t a clean-cut, happy novel, it was full of twists and turns and darkness. As far as vampire novels go, I’d recommend it.
Reviewed by Crystal
Reviewed by Crystal
October 20, 2014
This is a psychological thriller in vampire form. It holds murder, mystery, blood, gore, sex, and everything that could be evil. The main character, Rose, is undergoing physical and psychological trauma as an important birthday nears. She begins to remember her past. A past better left forgotten. She remembers herself doing evil things, almost as a different person. She knows she's in trouble and on the run. She's taken to an asylum, which never bodes well for a horror story. She sees her past love, Edouard. She's torn between him and the Count, who had held her captive for his own nefarious reasons. A love story made in heaven or in hell.
I love the twists and turns in the plot. The more twisted, the better.
I love the twists and turns in the plot. The more twisted, the better.
August 25, 2013
Captivate your imagination
Luna Sanguis (Luna Series Part1)
I was given a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
A unique writing style from Okill which truly defines this intriguing vampire story.
Dreams, sex, blood and vampires- all the essential ingredients for Gothic 'Eternal' power.
Stunning horror with strong plot twists which will captivate your imagination.
Fans of paranormal romance will be enthralled by this stimulating read! 5*****
Luna Sanguis (Luna Series Part1)
I was given a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
A unique writing style from Okill which truly defines this intriguing vampire story.
Dreams, sex, blood and vampires- all the essential ingredients for Gothic 'Eternal' power.
Stunning horror with strong plot twists which will captivate your imagination.
Fans of paranormal romance will be enthralled by this stimulating read! 5*****
December 12, 2013
This is the second book from Simon Okill that I’ve had the pleasure of reading and I was surprised and thrilled. My surprise was to see just how versatile this author is, the genre and the writing style to storyline and setting of the two books, very different and perfectly set to make for an incredibly enjoyable read each time. When I read the synopsis, my first reaction was “another vampire story?” and my second reaction was “the first book blew me away and was not what I expected, I bet he’s done it again.” He has, completely done it again, another great read, nothing that you expect, no guessing what’s going to happen next, NOT another vampire story. I will fuss only that he could have lost some of the adjectives and still pulled this off so brilliantly. I think the amount of description that adjectives allow a writer can either be not enough, too much, or just right, and it’s incredibly difficult to have the perfect balance for every reader, every time. Well, I’ll fuss too, that I fell behind schedule in work last week because I couldn’t put the darn thing down! Thanks, Simon, that’s twice now!
Captivating, this book blends paranormal romance and mystery to create a suspenseful read. If you are looking for just another vampire book, this is so much more and will change how you think of the age old story line.
I won’t waste your time with more information about the read, just go read it. The existing reviews tell you a bit more than the synopsis does, no need to repeat that stuff here. This is an author that I am following, picky reader that I am, and you should too. He is an amazing writer, very versatile, creative, talented, and perhaps just a bit nutty…in the best possible, most interesting, entertaining way that just leaves you waiting to see what he will say or do next.
Captivating, this book blends paranormal romance and mystery to create a suspenseful read. If you are looking for just another vampire book, this is so much more and will change how you think of the age old story line.
I won’t waste your time with more information about the read, just go read it. The existing reviews tell you a bit more than the synopsis does, no need to repeat that stuff here. This is an author that I am following, picky reader that I am, and you should too. He is an amazing writer, very versatile, creative, talented, and perhaps just a bit nutty…in the best possible, most interesting, entertaining way that just leaves you waiting to see what he will say or do next.
June 28, 2013
*I got this book in exchange for an honest review*
From the first chapter this book had a pretty neat hook. We had a amnesic girl running away from the 'evil' man. Everything to keep me reading more.
There were a few areas in the book that were awfully confusing through. Sometimes the time jumps were just to unnoticed that I didn't realize time had in fact shifted. Once you realize the shift pattern though it's easy to determine when in the timeline things take place.
The other is the fact that we have 2 different characters with split personalities. Though Lucian is much easier to understand with his because he never really has 'The Count' take over himself. 'Rose' on the other hand is a completely different story. Her personalities seems to change with the breeze which sometimes make it hard to keep her character straight. Though that is entirely possible what the author was going for to show her 'fractured mind'.
The authors use of descriptions was very well done. I never failed to imagine everything he was telling me in his story. Although at some points his descriptive words got a little repetitive, but it's just a minor gripe really.
The mystery behind 'Rose' was very well laid out but for me the ending left me feeling empty because it was very abrupt. To be honest I still don't quite know what the heck happened. I may have to reread the last few chapters to see if I understand, but I'm not going to go into it here, so this can remain spoiler free. But when it was over, it was to much of a 'Where is the rest of it?' Not sure if the author intends to do a second book in this series or not.
From the first chapter this book had a pretty neat hook. We had a amnesic girl running away from the 'evil' man. Everything to keep me reading more.
There were a few areas in the book that were awfully confusing through. Sometimes the time jumps were just to unnoticed that I didn't realize time had in fact shifted. Once you realize the shift pattern though it's easy to determine when in the timeline things take place.
The other is the fact that we have 2 different characters with split personalities. Though Lucian is much easier to understand with his because he never really has 'The Count' take over himself. 'Rose' on the other hand is a completely different story. Her personalities seems to change with the breeze which sometimes make it hard to keep her character straight. Though that is entirely possible what the author was going for to show her 'fractured mind'.
The authors use of descriptions was very well done. I never failed to imagine everything he was telling me in his story. Although at some points his descriptive words got a little repetitive, but it's just a minor gripe really.
The mystery behind 'Rose' was very well laid out but for me the ending left me feeling empty because it was very abrupt. To be honest I still don't quite know what the heck happened. I may have to reread the last few chapters to see if I understand, but I'm not going to go into it here, so this can remain spoiler free. But when it was over, it was to much of a 'Where is the rest of it?' Not sure if the author intends to do a second book in this series or not.
October 21, 2013
In this second book of the Luna Trilogy, we find our heroine – known as Eternal to all creatures of the night and Delicate Rose to those mortals who love her – still trapped in the horrific confines of a psychiatric hospital in Paris. The hospital itself is a progressive place for its time, staffed with fine doctors who are, essentially, inventing psychiatry on the spot. It’s the nurses and orderlies you have to worry about. But don’t worry (spoiler alert!), they’ll get theirs.
Eternal/Rose has finally been reunited with her true love, Edouard – who is one of the doctors caring for her. She has survived a horrific trauma, having witnessed the brutal murder of Parisian family and is trapped between her identity as the powerful vampire Eternal, and Edouard’s loving Rose. Her post-traumatic stress disorder is making it difficult for her two identities to merge, and thus making it hard for her to protect herself against the forces that wish to do her deadly harm: her violent and controlling ex-lover and now bitter enemy, Lucien, and his nasty band of minion vampires.
This is a novel of gore and erotica, but one that is also written in a lavish, poetic language that is hypnotic. There is a sweetness to Luna Aeturnus. It is certainly because the lovers have finally found each other, but it is also a tone that is set by the author’s touching dedication to his wife. What can I say? I’m a sucker for true love.
And if you love love. If you love the kind of love that makes you want to write poetry – even if that’s not even something you would endeavor to do. If you love blood and gore. And if you love sex and sensuality. Luna Aetrunus is for you.
Eternal/Rose has finally been reunited with her true love, Edouard – who is one of the doctors caring for her. She has survived a horrific trauma, having witnessed the brutal murder of Parisian family and is trapped between her identity as the powerful vampire Eternal, and Edouard’s loving Rose. Her post-traumatic stress disorder is making it difficult for her two identities to merge, and thus making it hard for her to protect herself against the forces that wish to do her deadly harm: her violent and controlling ex-lover and now bitter enemy, Lucien, and his nasty band of minion vampires.
This is a novel of gore and erotica, but one that is also written in a lavish, poetic language that is hypnotic. There is a sweetness to Luna Aeturnus. It is certainly because the lovers have finally found each other, but it is also a tone that is set by the author’s touching dedication to his wife. What can I say? I’m a sucker for true love.
And if you love love. If you love the kind of love that makes you want to write poetry – even if that’s not even something you would endeavor to do. If you love blood and gore. And if you love sex and sensuality. Luna Aetrunus is for you.
July 15, 2013
I received this book from the author with a request for my honest review without any compensation whatsoever, other than the joy of reading a new book. I really love the premise and storyline of this book and really wanted to like it. However, reading is so subjective and I have to say it just was not for me. I just did not enjoy the author's writing style. For example "He pounced on Ellise, pushing Jacques aside and uncorked her wrist with his fangs. His blood fire was soothed as he drank heavily of her sweetness. He gorged on the gloriously rich nectar that only comes from refined living. To Lucien, she tasted positively delicious, fresh, and slightly fruity, like an impertinently young Bordeaux." While this can be considered lovely prose, for me it became tiresome after the same overly descriptive sentence structure occurs again and again paragraph after paragraph throughout the book. I was prepared to give up at the beginning and felt to be fair I should continue, it might just be the era at the beginning of the story and after a while I admit I skipped forward to see if there was still more to come and found it continues throughout the book. I picked up and set this book back down again four different times attempting to complete it and must admit this is the first review I have written for DNF. Again, as I stated reading is so very subjective and with the number of five star reviews I have seen, obviously this style of writing appeals to and is enjoyable for some, but I am so sorry to say it is not for me.
February 25, 2014
This is a great vampire novel (set in 1925 in France), with just the right mix of gore, fear, menace, hideousness and sexual bluntness, and graphically-written scenes of hunter and hunted, aggressor and victim, pursuer and pursued, the Count and Delicate Rose engaged in their life-and-death struggles. Delicate Rose is fleeing from her vampiric past and torment, looking for salvation and rescue at the hands of her true love, if she can find him. At different times she is imprisoned in a castle or a psychiatric institution, seemingly peopled by demons and witches. As she flees from the Count she pieces together fragmented memories of what has happened to her. Through the author’s great use of time-shifts to explain and give greater depth, we often go back to follow the origins of their stories, and the links between them. We also meet Edouard, a psychologist, who is enraptured by Delicate Rose and whose own destiny is intertwined with hers. There is also an amusing and clever rubbing of shoulders with famous figures of that epoch, such as Picasso and Max Shreck (of Nosferatu fame). Indeed the triangular struggle between the Count and Delicate Rose, and her true love, reverberates and echoes down history, bringing in allusions to such characters as Boudicca, Cleopatra and William Wallace. But it is the chase at the heart of this story, with its allied themes of imprisonment, concealment, exposure and capture, that keep the reader riveted throughout. This excitingly-written tale leaves one breathlessly waiting for its continuation in the sequel, Luna Aeturnus. A tour-de-force.
September 20, 2013
I got this book from the author, free of cost, in exchange of an honest review from my side.
Firstly I would like to thank Simon Okill, author of Luna Sanguis, for giving me this wonderful book for reading and reviewing, I'm really glad!
A great start to an awesome series which is intriguing and mesmerizing and at the same time it is chilling and scary as well. The unique and skilled writing of the author really took up a notch the awesomeness of the story and helped the readers to associate with the plot.
A new take on the vampire genre and an successful attempt to create a impressive and totally surprising plot and story line.
I loved Rose and the author brought up every detail of her character to the senses of the readers through the lively and believable descriptions of the different situations in which we find our heroine.
The horror that Rose faces sucked in the readers as well and you'll be left terrified by the horrific situations and sufferings through which she passes.
The revelation of Rose's past and her actual identification and the quest it involved really spiced up the story and made the story intriguing.
The action element is present in it's true essence and you'll be left pounding on the edge of your seat in anticipation and the author really did kept the suspense till the end.
All in all a great and must read for all and hope that you'll like it as much as I did.
Firstly I would like to thank Simon Okill, author of Luna Sanguis, for giving me this wonderful book for reading and reviewing, I'm really glad!
A great start to an awesome series which is intriguing and mesmerizing and at the same time it is chilling and scary as well. The unique and skilled writing of the author really took up a notch the awesomeness of the story and helped the readers to associate with the plot.
A new take on the vampire genre and an successful attempt to create a impressive and totally surprising plot and story line.
I loved Rose and the author brought up every detail of her character to the senses of the readers through the lively and believable descriptions of the different situations in which we find our heroine.
The horror that Rose faces sucked in the readers as well and you'll be left terrified by the horrific situations and sufferings through which she passes.
The revelation of Rose's past and her actual identification and the quest it involved really spiced up the story and made the story intriguing.
The action element is present in it's true essence and you'll be left pounding on the edge of your seat in anticipation and the author really did kept the suspense till the end.
All in all a great and must read for all and hope that you'll like it as much as I did.
January 10, 2014
Paris 1925. A young woman is nearing her Eternal Vampire state as her birthday approaches. She is held captive by the hybrid vampire she created and slowly drained of her pure blood to keep his addiction in check. She outwits him and escapes to a chateau in the hope of reaching maturity. But he follows her unmistakable scent and massacres all that dare protect his supply of Eternal blood.
She awakens in a tiny room trapped and defenceless with amnesia, but something deep in her subconscious yearns to be set free by the next full moon – the date of her Eternal Birthday.
Her true self, Eternal, emerges in brief flashes of awareness to protect her from the horrors of this terrifying prison.
I was a bit confused at the start of this book. But hang in there. The Author will lay it all out for you. As this story unfolds you will be able tell that this is not a blood in the bag vampire story. Is not a story for the faint hearted.
This is a story of power and obsession Obsession of Eternal and letting no one else have her. Is she hidden well enough from this devil Does she find love Who wins her love who gets to have her? Will it be HIM or a new love. This story was well written and his second book is my very next read. Join me on this journey through time and sorrow and love. Very well written. I truly believe Mr. OKill has a lot to offer the world through his books and shall go far. Rebecca Mills
She awakens in a tiny room trapped and defenceless with amnesia, but something deep in her subconscious yearns to be set free by the next full moon – the date of her Eternal Birthday.
Her true self, Eternal, emerges in brief flashes of awareness to protect her from the horrors of this terrifying prison.
I was a bit confused at the start of this book. But hang in there. The Author will lay it all out for you. As this story unfolds you will be able tell that this is not a blood in the bag vampire story. Is not a story for the faint hearted.
This is a story of power and obsession Obsession of Eternal and letting no one else have her. Is she hidden well enough from this devil Does she find love Who wins her love who gets to have her? Will it be HIM or a new love. This story was well written and his second book is my very next read. Join me on this journey through time and sorrow and love. Very well written. I truly believe Mr. OKill has a lot to offer the world through his books and shall go far. Rebecca Mills
July 13, 2013
****book provided by author for Read 4 Review**
not really sure what to think so far. A bit confusing but sure it will come to light, since Ive just started reading it.A girl forgot who she is, but her memories run rampant. She is running from a Male, as she shifts back and forth between personalities? The story bounced around a little more than I liked. Is it memory flashing? Wow seriously all over the place the dr,nurse, a orderly thats a demon then the characters count/lucian delicate rose/eternal now someone eles. The girl seems to play a significant role of power but yet she is treated as dirt.
as I read understand some more of it. Mainly and most importantly. Lucian is as warped as a new wood left in the rain. The input from the author referring to some of the peoples lives changing history as we know it, showed talent and left one intrigued. Queen Bodicca was even mentioned, the Minister of War, out of the entire book the parts mentioned about history was my favorite.
Still a odd lil story, full of twist and turns. Alot of characters on the two main ones fleshed out some. The Vampire thine was interesting wont say good nor bad. The "hospital" Staff was wow.. *shudders* I think if I was Delicate id have rather been exposed to the sun. So much death, evil.. is it done? "You dance with the Devil - you sleep with the Devil". Enjoy
not really sure what to think so far. A bit confusing but sure it will come to light, since Ive just started reading it.A girl forgot who she is, but her memories run rampant. She is running from a Male, as she shifts back and forth between personalities? The story bounced around a little more than I liked. Is it memory flashing? Wow seriously all over the place the dr,nurse, a orderly thats a demon then the characters count/lucian delicate rose/eternal now someone eles. The girl seems to play a significant role of power but yet she is treated as dirt.
as I read understand some more of it. Mainly and most importantly. Lucian is as warped as a new wood left in the rain. The input from the author referring to some of the peoples lives changing history as we know it, showed talent and left one intrigued. Queen Bodicca was even mentioned, the Minister of War, out of the entire book the parts mentioned about history was my favorite.
Still a odd lil story, full of twist and turns. Alot of characters on the two main ones fleshed out some. The Vampire thine was interesting wont say good nor bad. The "hospital" Staff was wow.. *shudders* I think if I was Delicate id have rather been exposed to the sun. So much death, evil.. is it done? "You dance with the Devil - you sleep with the Devil". Enjoy
October 11, 2013
This book had me more than once scratching my head. Are these the ramblings of a madman? Or is this very cleverly written to create the ramblings of a disturbed character?
It jumps from what I at first thought was one character to another and from scene to seemingly unconnected scene, but the second reading made it clear. So, although the way this book is written, chaotic and very confusing, makes it a difficult book to read, it still captivated me. I wanted to know what was going on, and most important how it all would end!
It isn’t an easy, lounging on the sofa with a glass in hand book. This book requires a clear head and focussed mind, otherwise you will get lost in the maze of this story. Is that a good thing? I guess if you are into that sort of reading material it is. If you are looking for an easy read, just another vampire flick, I suggest you skip this one. But if you like your books to challenge you, this might just be a book you could grow to love.
I received a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
It jumps from what I at first thought was one character to another and from scene to seemingly unconnected scene, but the second reading made it clear. So, although the way this book is written, chaotic and very confusing, makes it a difficult book to read, it still captivated me. I wanted to know what was going on, and most important how it all would end!
It isn’t an easy, lounging on the sofa with a glass in hand book. This book requires a clear head and focussed mind, otherwise you will get lost in the maze of this story. Is that a good thing? I guess if you are into that sort of reading material it is. If you are looking for an easy read, just another vampire flick, I suggest you skip this one. But if you like your books to challenge you, this might just be a book you could grow to love.
I received a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
September 1, 2013
I have to admit, I spent a good portion of the beginning of this book confused. At the same time, I was completely compelled to continue reading to figure out what was going on. I had so many different questions I hoped for answers to, and although not all questions were answered, this book is a great start to the series. It really sets the scene for a terrifying series.
I never felt very connected to Delicate Rose, but at the same time, I wanted to help protect her. It was an intriguing experience for me. Normally when I'm not able to connect to a character I dislike the book, but in this case, I feel that my lack of attachment to her as a person added to the mystery of who she is and who's searching for her.
This book is beautifully written. The terror was palatable just from the insane amount of detail and imagery. I can't wait to read the next book, and figure out more of what's going on!
Note: I received a free copy of this book for honest review.
I never felt very connected to Delicate Rose, but at the same time, I wanted to help protect her. It was an intriguing experience for me. Normally when I'm not able to connect to a character I dislike the book, but in this case, I feel that my lack of attachment to her as a person added to the mystery of who she is and who's searching for her.
This book is beautifully written. The terror was palatable just from the insane amount of detail and imagery. I can't wait to read the next book, and figure out more of what's going on!
Note: I received a free copy of this book for honest review.
December 23, 2014
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Page Turner, December 23, 2014
By KAREN INGALLS
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This review is from: Luna Sanguis (Luna Series Part1) (Kindle Edition)
I have always loved books and movies about vampires so I was excited to read Luna Sanguis which did not disappoint me. The book was well written and captured my attention with the first sentence. Lucien is enraptured by his love and need for the vampire, Eternal. Lucien holds her prisoner in a turret until she is Eternal Vampire on her birthday. There is intrigue, sex, other vampires, and murders done under the influence of Lucien.
I found this book to be a page turner and I am anxious to read Part 2.
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