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The Oldest Living Vampire Saga #4
The Oldest Living Vampire In Love
“I told you that I cannot die,” I said, “but that is not exactly true. There is one way that an Eternal can be killed. Only one! It is nearly impossible, but it can be done. I have seen it with my own eyes. And I believe that you, Lukas Jaeger, may be the one to do it for me.” In this, the third installment of the Oldest Living Vampire’s confessions, secret schemes are revealed at last, while the vampire Gon relates to us his first attempt at living among mortals... and his crushing defeat by the beautiful and brutal vampire Zenzele, the woman who will become his soulmate. An indie bestseller since its debut in 2010, The Oldest Living Vampire Saga has captivated readers with its unique take on the vampire mythos, its lush portrayal of the prehistoric world, and its shocking violence and sensuality.
- GenresVampires
464 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 16, 2012
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About the author
Joseph Duncan
42 books131 followersBorn in Southern Illinois, Joseph was raised in a very liberal home environment and was exposed at an early age to the classic underground comic book scene of the sixties and seventies, as well as European graphic novels by artists like Moebius, Enki Bilal and Milo Manara. At age 9, he was reading Tolkien and Stephen King. He wrote his first novella at age 10. If you want to read the same old formulaic pop lit, don't bother with Joseph's fiction. The novels of Joseph Duncan are challenging, subversive and fantastical, merging genres and pushing the boundaries of propriety and good taste. If you have an aversion to dark subject matter, gratuitous sex and extreme violence, stay far away from Joseph's books. Far. Far. Away!
If you'd like to contact Mr. Duncan, you may do so at authorjosephduncan@gmail.com
If you'd like to contact Mr. Duncan, you may do so at authorjosephduncan@gmail.com
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July 10, 2012
Wowza!!!Loved this book and a fantastic new vampire series! if you're looking for something different in a vampire story! Cannot wait till the next installment!!
February 29, 2016
Mad if you dont own it!
September 22, 2024
The third instalment of this six book series. It begins, where book 2 finished with Gon holding a human captive.
The then part of this story also continues where the previous story ended. As the title suggests in this book we learn about a female vampire who Gon meets and falls in love with, in the 'then' timeline.
This book examines the unending questions of loyalty and family and just how far do you go and what are you prepared to sacrifice for the ones you love and the ones most important to you. It also continues to show how the human race is every bit as selfish, greedy, vicious, and in some cases vile as supernatural blood drinkers. The most troubling realisation of this story though is in the now timeline and just how desperate Gon is to end his existence and the lengths he is prepared to go to and what evil he is prepared to unleash on the world to achieve that goal.
I enjoyed this story, especially the introduction of the new characters and exploration into the female vampires life story but for some reason, I still didn't enjoy it quite as much as the previous two. I am unsure why that is as it had all the ingredients to hit the mark as the previous ones did but for me, this one fell a little bit short and whilst I undoubtedly did enjoy it and it was unquestionably a good strong story, so the only thing I can put that down to is the fact it was more of the same. It was the same format and for the most part the same historical struggles in the 'then' timeline and the same situations in the 'now' timeline and while that was original and refreshing in the first book by the third it just all felt a bit samey.
The then part of this story also continues where the previous story ended. As the title suggests in this book we learn about a female vampire who Gon meets and falls in love with, in the 'then' timeline.
This book examines the unending questions of loyalty and family and just how far do you go and what are you prepared to sacrifice for the ones you love and the ones most important to you. It also continues to show how the human race is every bit as selfish, greedy, vicious, and in some cases vile as supernatural blood drinkers. The most troubling realisation of this story though is in the now timeline and just how desperate Gon is to end his existence and the lengths he is prepared to go to and what evil he is prepared to unleash on the world to achieve that goal.
I enjoyed this story, especially the introduction of the new characters and exploration into the female vampires life story but for some reason, I still didn't enjoy it quite as much as the previous two. I am unsure why that is as it had all the ingredients to hit the mark as the previous ones did but for me, this one fell a little bit short and whilst I undoubtedly did enjoy it and it was unquestionably a good strong story, so the only thing I can put that down to is the fact it was more of the same. It was the same format and for the most part the same historical struggles in the 'then' timeline and the same situations in the 'now' timeline and while that was original and refreshing in the first book by the third it just all felt a bit samey.
January 28, 2019
Best in series yet!
I definitely recommend reading the The Oldest Living Vampire in the series format. And there are probably some mini spoilers in this review, so just note that. I continue to love Joseph Duncan's straight up writing style, with an emphasis on detail not only to an ancient era, but with an ancient man's viewpoint of our own era.
In this novel, Gon or (Thet) as he is known by his clan's descendants takes a son who he later transfers the strix to. Before he transferred the strix to his adopted son, his son impregnated a clan member, later marrying her and they learn to live among the Tanti clan for 3 years.
Later, the clan and his sons family are put into danger by the blood drinkers in the east. He's sharing all of this (continuing to share with the sociopath) he kidnapped in the second book in the series, for a surprising reason.
Gon tells of visiting the hellish town these blood suckers and their slaves with their "God" populate. He falls in love with another vampire, who did not wish to become one (like him), and she helps him escape. I'm eager to read the (final?) book in the series. I'm still not sure about Gon's choice, but hey I'm not the writer! I do love Duncan's writing, and I'm eager to see what he comes up with next.
I definitely recommend reading the The Oldest Living Vampire in the series format. And there are probably some mini spoilers in this review, so just note that. I continue to love Joseph Duncan's straight up writing style, with an emphasis on detail not only to an ancient era, but with an ancient man's viewpoint of our own era.
In this novel, Gon or (Thet) as he is known by his clan's descendants takes a son who he later transfers the strix to. Before he transferred the strix to his adopted son, his son impregnated a clan member, later marrying her and they learn to live among the Tanti clan for 3 years.
Later, the clan and his sons family are put into danger by the blood drinkers in the east. He's sharing all of this (continuing to share with the sociopath) he kidnapped in the second book in the series, for a surprising reason.
Gon tells of visiting the hellish town these blood suckers and their slaves with their "God" populate. He falls in love with another vampire, who did not wish to become one (like him), and she helps him escape. I'm eager to read the (final?) book in the series. I'm still not sure about Gon's choice, but hey I'm not the writer! I do love Duncan's writing, and I'm eager to see what he comes up with next.
July 1, 2022
intense
I’m a reader I’ve been a reader since forever and I get into different genres and sometimes I read a book and I’m like oh it was good but this book was intense and detailed and it brought you right into it and it made you look around it made you think and it made you not want to put it down until you were done and I can’t read can’t wait to read the next one
I’m a reader I’ve been a reader since forever and I get into different genres and sometimes I read a book and I’m like oh it was good but this book was intense and detailed and it brought you right into it and it made you look around it made you think and it made you not want to put it down until you were done and I can’t read can’t wait to read the next one
August 13, 2024
It is a good story that would have been 4 stars, but the narrator repets himself in the beginning often. Also, nothing to do with the author good reads has the order of the series is wrong. This one was 3rd and it says 4th and the one I am reading notlw is 4th but good reads has it as the 6 the order I am finishing them is the order they are on kindle they are numbered correctly
February 4, 2018
Entertaining but not much else
It’s just a good read, perhaps the next book will unravel more interesting stories about Gon and his brethren, at times I find the story rather unexciting.
It’s just a good read, perhaps the next book will unravel more interesting stories about Gon and his brethren, at times I find the story rather unexciting.
March 11, 2018
Better and better!
I am really enjoying this series! It is fast becoming one of my favourites. I particularly enjoy the author's take on prehistoric culture, very interesting. I would have liked to find out more about the vampire city. Can't wait to Starr the next book!
I am really enjoying this series! It is fast becoming one of my favourites. I particularly enjoy the author's take on prehistoric culture, very interesting. I would have liked to find out more about the vampire city. Can't wait to Starr the next book!
May 21, 2020
Need to read this book
Reading this next book, I keep wanting more... not the blood or the others just more about this vampire. His soul can a vampire really have a soul live this long n still...feel?
Reading this next book, I keep wanting more... not the blood or the others just more about this vampire. His soul can a vampire really have a soul live this long n still...feel?
March 19, 2018
3rd
Ready for more!!!> a little draggy but worth a read and on to the next book of the series hun
Ready for more!!!> a little draggy but worth a read and on to the next book of the series hun
November 15, 2018
Entertaining; sometimes very gory though.
I was highly entertained and am reading the whole series. It is written well and has had some surprise turns...
I was highly entertained and am reading the whole series. It is written well and has had some surprise turns...
January 4, 2019
Different spin on the vampire genre, in the vein of "interview with a vampire"
June 27, 2019
A great book!
This book is a strange new look at vampires! It is fascinating and exciting read! Many things I didn't expect!
This book is a strange new look at vampires! It is fascinating and exciting read! Many things I didn't expect!
November 30, 2021
Really good
I love this book series. I love the authors use of his words and am eager to start the next book.
I love this book series. I love the authors use of his words and am eager to start the next book.
January 17, 2014
Excellent writing makes this an engrossing "history lesson", more personal this time.
The descriptions of the how's and why's of vampire nature and physiology flow seamlessly, almost believably. There is a curious sympathy for Gon which allows the reader to deeply appreciate the duality of his nature.
...But then I guess the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree.
This is an easy series to recommend, and I look forward to the next instalment which I have just downloaded!
*Previously posted on Amazon*
The descriptions of the how's and why's of vampire nature and physiology flow seamlessly, almost believably. There is a curious sympathy for Gon which allows the reader to deeply appreciate the duality of his nature.
...But then I guess the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree.
This is an easy series to recommend, and I look forward to the next instalment which I have just downloaded!
*Previously posted on Amazon*
December 5, 2012
Rod Redux's Oldest Living Vampire Series has been great fun to read! In the Oldest Living Vampire In Love, Rod continues with Gon, a 30,000 year old vampire telling us how he discovered his soul mate and fell in love. I'm looking forward to more of Gon's exploits as he hunts, meets out justice, exacts revenge and lays even more pipe. A great series...
November 25, 2012
I enjoyed this book MUCH more than the second, but still not as much as the first book in the series. Will probably download the 4th book when it gets to Kindle. I don't think the author needs to be so graphic to get his points across. It seems like he realized this after the second book?
July 25, 2016
The oldest living vampire, Gon
As this is told as autobiography, this Gon is very wordy. Some parts of his story is very slow but he gives you insight to his life and how he has lived so long.
As this is told as autobiography, this Gon is very wordy. Some parts of his story is very slow but he gives you insight to his life and how he has lived so long.
July 7, 2012
Excellent book, as always. Continuation of a wonderful story, complete with all the sex, violence, gore, & suspense. I can't wait for the next installment.
October 8, 2012
I am reading a Kindle version of this book, there is only paperback to pick from.
October 14, 2012
I just can't say enough about Rod Redux's storytelling abilities. He spins a good yarn!
November 19, 2012
My only complaint is that these books are too damn short!
January 13, 2013
Better than the first two novels. I wish the author would get on with the story of his life. There must be a lot of books coming.
October 10, 2015
Really enjoying this series. Gin is such a great character.
September 8, 2016
Still loving the background on Gon. However, this Lukas fellow needs to go and quick!! That one should never been allowed to live with all the things he has done!
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November 22, 2021The narrator is personable, humble, honest and very relatable.
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