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Kantara - First Vampire: Paranormal Fantasy Suspense Romance.
Katy Walters is a USA TODAY Best Selling Author.
Can you see them? Do you fear them? Are they truly what they seem?
Crossed love, intrigue, suspense, sex and terror, set against a canvas stretching over the centuries, from the pyramids of ancient Egypt to the high rises of modern London.
Kantaramtep, Great Royal Queen of the first vampire family, is cast aside by her beloved Pharaoh. Over the centuries Kantara grows in power, yet no-one can replace her first love.
London, present day, she meets Darius, an enigmatic vampire. Despite Kantara’s reluctance, they join forces to quell an insurgence when trouble breaks out amongst the fledgling vampires.
The shocking truth they uncover threatens both the existence of mortals and the very nature of the vampire.
Can you see them? Do you fear them? Are they truly what they seem?
Crossed love, intrigue, suspense, sex and terror, set against a canvas stretching over the centuries, from the pyramids of ancient Egypt to the high rises of modern London.
Kantaramtep, Great Royal Queen of the first vampire family, is cast aside by her beloved Pharaoh. Over the centuries Kantara grows in power, yet no-one can replace her first love.
London, present day, she meets Darius, an enigmatic vampire. Despite Kantara’s reluctance, they join forces to quell an insurgence when trouble breaks out amongst the fledgling vampires.
The shocking truth they uncover threatens both the existence of mortals and the very nature of the vampire.
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 21, 2015
About the author
Katy Walters
69 books156 followersI live with hubby on the South Coast of England. I often write in the beach hut gaining inspiration by walking along the beach with Lily my golden retriever.
I draw on my work and past studies for the books. They form the core of the novels. I am so glad I can now write full time.
I have a B.A. Hons in Psychology that included Artificial Intelligence, another B.A. Hons in Eng. Lit and Creative Writing. My M.A. was in Religion and Mysticism; I also have a Hon.Dr.Sc. concentrating on Pain control and Complementary Healing methods.
These subjects enrich the thrillers and paranormal novels that I am writing.
I draw on my work and past studies for the books. They form the core of the novels. I am so glad I can now write full time.
I have a B.A. Hons in Psychology that included Artificial Intelligence, another B.A. Hons in Eng. Lit and Creative Writing. My M.A. was in Religion and Mysticism; I also have a Hon.Dr.Sc. concentrating on Pain control and Complementary Healing methods.
These subjects enrich the thrillers and paranormal novels that I am writing.
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June 18, 2015
I am a huge fan of any kind of SciFi/paranormal that involves mythology and gods/goddesses. I think it’s an unexplored avenue that could explain so many mysteries and myths not to mention fuel awesome fiction. The characters in this book are regal, arrogant, methodical and ancient. Everything that you would imagine centuries old Egyptians to behave…..some even millennium old. I did really like the language, how the characters carried themselves and interacted. The only reason I gave this a four is because I am not a fan of the characters speaking to the reader. It did work though on a certain level. I had the same issue with some of Anne Rice’s books and she is one of my favorite writers. It’s just a personal preference. I think this could be a pretty cool series and I am looking forward to reading the next book.
June 19, 2015
3 1/2 stars....
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was a fascinating, different take on vampires. It was 180 degrees from Edward Cullen, Lestat and Dracula.This was an Egyptian take on the myth of vampires. Because it was so different from what popular vampires, I loved the uniqueness of the backstory. It made it so much easier to read, instead of reading the same old tired vampire. This book injected new blood into it (pardon the pun). Because it was so different, it took me about 1/4 of the book to truly get into the new atmosphere and understand it.
I loved the Egyptian gods and culture in the book. I loved seeing the religious beliefs in their gods and goddesses. This was my favorite part of the book. I consider myself a relatively religious person, and I love seeing the differences in religious beliefs and how the characters acted out those beliefs in the book.
Despite all this, there was one part of the book I did not like, and it was the conversations between the characters. For me, the conversations seemed very stilted, choppy. Definitely not flowing and natural and this made it difficult for me to read during the conversation parts.
The characters were well-written, but I just didn't feel the passion between Kantara and Darius. It felt flat for me.
If you are looking for a new, fresh take on vampires, then you really should check this book out!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was a fascinating, different take on vampires. It was 180 degrees from Edward Cullen, Lestat and Dracula.This was an Egyptian take on the myth of vampires. Because it was so different from what popular vampires, I loved the uniqueness of the backstory. It made it so much easier to read, instead of reading the same old tired vampire. This book injected new blood into it (pardon the pun). Because it was so different, it took me about 1/4 of the book to truly get into the new atmosphere and understand it.
I loved the Egyptian gods and culture in the book. I loved seeing the religious beliefs in their gods and goddesses. This was my favorite part of the book. I consider myself a relatively religious person, and I love seeing the differences in religious beliefs and how the characters acted out those beliefs in the book.
Despite all this, there was one part of the book I did not like, and it was the conversations between the characters. For me, the conversations seemed very stilted, choppy. Definitely not flowing and natural and this made it difficult for me to read during the conversation parts.
The characters were well-written, but I just didn't feel the passion between Kantara and Darius. It felt flat for me.
If you are looking for a new, fresh take on vampires, then you really should check this book out!
July 10, 2015
This story was a very informative vampire story. It was written like a warning letter from a vampire to let humans know there are those who wish to destroy us. The author did her homework on all the gods involved, it is mentioned a lot in this story. They worshipped many gods, many many gods and had a very strong belief in their power, sometimes though they could not control these temperamental gods. I never felt lost throughout the story through the history that was explained, I still understood what was going on. It was very fast paced and it was enjoyable to see how the outcome of what was happening. The story seemed to flow nicely, you would think that it would seem choppy with all of the information but nah it was smooth. They also had wings!!! What the heck?? && can teleport that made these vampires cool. Also I enjoyed the budding of love in this story.
Kantara seemed to live such a lonely existence, and I sort of saw the reason. It was because she pushed everyone away. Darius though was not about to be pushed away, if anything he was pushing his way into Kantara’s heart. Their relationship seemed to start fast at first but then Kantara had her doubts an many other things to steal her focus. It took a while to set this in relationship in stone but I loved how hard Darius worked to prove to her he was worth her time.
Kantara seemed to live such a lonely existence, and I sort of saw the reason. It was because she pushed everyone away. Darius though was not about to be pushed away, if anything he was pushing his way into Kantara’s heart. Their relationship seemed to start fast at first but then Kantara had her doubts an many other things to steal her focus. It took a while to set this in relationship in stone but I loved how hard Darius worked to prove to her he was worth her time.
June 21, 2015
Oh my sweet Kantara. This book took me by surprise in such a good way. Imagine vampires... vampires in our world. Yes we have read a million books about them, but to be written as if they are writing their story to you. Speaking to the reader... Calling out the details of being a vampire. Even better twist is having them originate from another world..aliens... to adjust to our world they become blood drinkers... they worship gods and goddess... greek lore in vampire world. Have i got your attention yet? Trust me, this is a great read. The intrigue of what the point of the whole book is... That in itself kept me reading. Wings... they have WINGS...
Kantara was born to an original vampire. So she is a born vampire and also considered a goddess. She has lived for so many years and seen so much of the world. I think this is one of the reasons she decides to write a book.....I wont' spoil the book itself. Lets just say, its a great book and leave it at that. I was given this book for my honest opinion. This ones a short one. Too much to be given away.
Kantara was born to an original vampire. So she is a born vampire and also considered a goddess. She has lived for so many years and seen so much of the world. I think this is one of the reasons she decides to write a book.....I wont' spoil the book itself. Lets just say, its a great book and leave it at that. I was given this book for my honest opinion. This ones a short one. Too much to be given away.
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