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Eternal Temptation
The price for immortality was their very soul, and they paid it eagerly with the blood of their human sacrifices. Ancient Egypt is the subject of this collection, and the results are as gorgeous as they are horrifying! Artwork by Rich Larson, Steve Fastner, Mitch Byrd, Mike Hoffman, and Tomas Giorello. Cover painting by Joe Chiodo.
64 pages, Paperback
First published October 11, 1999
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Rich Larson
33 books1 followerLibrarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads data base.
This Rich Larson mostly releases collaborated work with Steve Fastner
This Rich Larson mostly releases collaborated work with Steve Fastner
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June 13, 2026
Eternal Temptation is a richly atmospheric art collection that leans fully into its Ancient Egyptian theme, blending myth, sensuality, and darker fantasy imagery into a cohesive and visually striking volume.
What makes the book especially effective is the way it balances beauty and unease. Across its pages, the theme of immortality comes through not as a blessing but as a bargain—one paid in devotion, obsession, and sacrifice. The result is a collection where elegance and horror often coexist in the same image, reinforcing the mythic tone of the subject matter.
The lineup of contributing artists brings a wide range of styles while maintaining a surprisingly unified mood. Illustrators such as Rich Larson, Tomás Giorello, Mike Hoffman, Mitch Byrd, and Steve Fastner each interpret the theme through their own visual language, ranging from highly detailed realism to more expressive, stylized compositions. This diversity keeps the collection engaging without breaking its thematic cohesion.
The cover, painted by Joe Chiodo, sets the tone perfectly—lush, dramatic, and immediately evocative of the book’s blend of allure and ancient myth. It acts as a strong entry point into the collection’s world, where gods, mortals, and ritual imagery intertwine.
Overall, Eternal Temptation succeeds as both a themed anthology and a showcase of illustrative craftsmanship. It’s a book that will appeal most to readers who appreciate fantasy art that doesn’t shy away from darker undertones, while still celebrating technical skill and visual imagination.
What makes the book especially effective is the way it balances beauty and unease. Across its pages, the theme of immortality comes through not as a blessing but as a bargain—one paid in devotion, obsession, and sacrifice. The result is a collection where elegance and horror often coexist in the same image, reinforcing the mythic tone of the subject matter.
The lineup of contributing artists brings a wide range of styles while maintaining a surprisingly unified mood. Illustrators such as Rich Larson, Tomás Giorello, Mike Hoffman, Mitch Byrd, and Steve Fastner each interpret the theme through their own visual language, ranging from highly detailed realism to more expressive, stylized compositions. This diversity keeps the collection engaging without breaking its thematic cohesion.
The cover, painted by Joe Chiodo, sets the tone perfectly—lush, dramatic, and immediately evocative of the book’s blend of allure and ancient myth. It acts as a strong entry point into the collection’s world, where gods, mortals, and ritual imagery intertwine.
Overall, Eternal Temptation succeeds as both a themed anthology and a showcase of illustrative craftsmanship. It’s a book that will appeal most to readers who appreciate fantasy art that doesn’t shy away from darker undertones, while still celebrating technical skill and visual imagination.
January 24, 2016
Nice selection of Erotic/fantasy art. Recommended
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