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Mark Julian, Vampire P.I. Mystery #4
The Case of the Vampire Hunter
Someone is murdering vampires in New York City. Only Mark Julian, Vampire P.I. can find the killer. That is, if he survives the hunt…
Vampires from around the globe are gathering in New York City to attend meetings of their worldwide Grand Council. Unfortunately someone is methodically hunting the delegates and killing them. The undead community has given their host, Tortego, an ultimatum: find the killer and stop the deaths or face a loss of his power. Despite putting his best vampires on the matter, all efforts have so far failed. In desperation the panicked vampire chief turns once more to Mark Julian for help. But this time that may not solve the problem.
Since his last encounter with his one time human lover, New York City’s Detective Vinnie Pasquale, Mark Julian became a drunken recluse who closed up his private eye offices. When Tortego approaches the newly sober Julian, the P.I. agrees to seek out the deadly vampire hunter. The search is on but Jaime, his sex demon secretary, fears that the recently despondent Mark may not be fully up to the task and may wind up as the hunter’s next victim. When she gets a note explaining a meeting will be taking place between them she truly worries. In the face of Mark’s possible suicide mission will she step in with her fiancé’s reluctant assistance? Even more critical, will she call on Detective Vincent Pasquale to aid her in saving Mark Julian from possible death? More importantly, how will the recently traumatized Vinnie respond to her request?
Vampires from around the globe are gathering in New York City to attend meetings of their worldwide Grand Council. Unfortunately someone is methodically hunting the delegates and killing them. The undead community has given their host, Tortego, an ultimatum: find the killer and stop the deaths or face a loss of his power. Despite putting his best vampires on the matter, all efforts have so far failed. In desperation the panicked vampire chief turns once more to Mark Julian for help. But this time that may not solve the problem.
Since his last encounter with his one time human lover, New York City’s Detective Vinnie Pasquale, Mark Julian became a drunken recluse who closed up his private eye offices. When Tortego approaches the newly sober Julian, the P.I. agrees to seek out the deadly vampire hunter. The search is on but Jaime, his sex demon secretary, fears that the recently despondent Mark may not be fully up to the task and may wind up as the hunter’s next victim. When she gets a note explaining a meeting will be taking place between them she truly worries. In the face of Mark’s possible suicide mission will she step in with her fiancé’s reluctant assistance? Even more critical, will she call on Detective Vincent Pasquale to aid her in saving Mark Julian from possible death? More importantly, how will the recently traumatized Vinnie respond to her request?
- GenresMystery
142 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 5, 2015
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About the author
L.G. Fabbo-Gonnella
38 books4 followersL.G.Fabbo-Gonnella is a resident of NYC. He has often said Manhattan is the underlying unspoken character in many of his books. "I guess its a love affair that I have with her," he once said. "I could live here forever and yet still find magical things about her that I never knew existed.
When not seeking out interesting new locales for his books he can be found dinning with friends and enjoying all the city he adores has to offer.
Though he has not yet met the supernatural denizens of NYC, he does hope too one day. And yes, there is a "letter Lounge" albeit under a different name.:)
He can be reached at L.G.Fabbo.Gonnella@gmail.com
When not seeking out interesting new locales for his books he can be found dinning with friends and enjoying all the city he adores has to offer.
Though he has not yet met the supernatural denizens of NYC, he does hope too one day. And yes, there is a "letter Lounge" albeit under a different name.:)
He can be reached at L.G.Fabbo.Gonnella@gmail.com
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July 30, 2015
Original Blog Post: Review Request: The Case of the Vampire Hunter (Mark Julian, Vampire P.I. Book 4) by L.G. Fabbo-Gonnella
Review by: multitaskingmomma
My Rating: 4 of 5 Stars
I really enjoy reading the Mark Julian, Vampire P.I. books. Each installment is a stand alone so it does not matter which number you come in, you never get lost. The least one does get is pure entertainment with a twist.
Mark Julian is a centuries old vampire from the Roman Empire days. Once touted to succeed Caesar, he was attacked by and accidentally turned into the undead. In fear, Caesar casts him out of Rome and nullifies his marriage to Caesar's daughter. Angry and lost at the unexpected turn of events, Mark wandered the world using his skills as a warrior and tactician to forge his way through life. As his talent for solving mysteries increase, he gets lonelier but for a few close friends. Then he meets one Vinnie Pasquale, a detective of the NYPD.
This installment is the fourth and opens to a dark place for both Mark and Vinnie. Where they were once closer than close and about to marry, the previous case caused Vinnie's mind to twist in trauma and spurs Mark's place in his heart. Mark is lost and basically on a death wish. Quite timely as this is the time when a vampire killer is on the loose and many are falling under a bow and arrow.
The difference in the writing of this story from the rest of the installments is the focus of the author into the minds of the side characters. We take peeks into vampire turned victims lives, the killer himself, Tortego's confusion how to approach the dilemma he is caught in and of course, Jamie and Jean Claude, best friends and work partners of Mark. Although this may sound like a confusing shifting POV storytelling, it really is not. And I guess that is where the magic of a good storyteller came in handy.
The mystery unfolds and till the end, I truly never guessed who the killer was and when revealed, never found out his benefactor. The arc of the four books are coming together nicely and even if the holes are plugged and the relationship of Vinnie and Mark is assured, we are still left wondering where the next installment will take us.
For those who never read this series, it's about time to pick this up. For those who do follow it, this is a great installment. Overall, a great mystery read.
Note: Copy provided by author for an honest review.
Review by: multitaskingmomma
My Rating: 4 of 5 Stars
I really enjoy reading the Mark Julian, Vampire P.I. books. Each installment is a stand alone so it does not matter which number you come in, you never get lost. The least one does get is pure entertainment with a twist.
Mark Julian is a centuries old vampire from the Roman Empire days. Once touted to succeed Caesar, he was attacked by and accidentally turned into the undead. In fear, Caesar casts him out of Rome and nullifies his marriage to Caesar's daughter. Angry and lost at the unexpected turn of events, Mark wandered the world using his skills as a warrior and tactician to forge his way through life. As his talent for solving mysteries increase, he gets lonelier but for a few close friends. Then he meets one Vinnie Pasquale, a detective of the NYPD.
This installment is the fourth and opens to a dark place for both Mark and Vinnie. Where they were once closer than close and about to marry, the previous case caused Vinnie's mind to twist in trauma and spurs Mark's place in his heart. Mark is lost and basically on a death wish. Quite timely as this is the time when a vampire killer is on the loose and many are falling under a bow and arrow.
The difference in the writing of this story from the rest of the installments is the focus of the author into the minds of the side characters. We take peeks into vampire turned victims lives, the killer himself, Tortego's confusion how to approach the dilemma he is caught in and of course, Jamie and Jean Claude, best friends and work partners of Mark. Although this may sound like a confusing shifting POV storytelling, it really is not. And I guess that is where the magic of a good storyteller came in handy.
The mystery unfolds and till the end, I truly never guessed who the killer was and when revealed, never found out his benefactor. The arc of the four books are coming together nicely and even if the holes are plugged and the relationship of Vinnie and Mark is assured, we are still left wondering where the next installment will take us.
For those who never read this series, it's about time to pick this up. For those who do follow it, this is a great installment. Overall, a great mystery read.
Note: Copy provided by author for an honest review.
March 30, 2016
4 stars
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Reviewed by Jaime from Alpha Book Club
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Reviewed by Jaime from Alpha Book Club
October 30, 2015
3.5 Heart Review by Kimberley
I enjoyed reading this book. The premise of a vampire or other paranormal being investigating or enforcing the laws for the paranormal world is not a new one, but this was certainly done in a way that was fresh.
This book is a part of a series and even though some have mentioned it can be read as a standalone, I would definitely recommend that you read the previous story to this particular one. I did to get a better understanding of some of the supporting characters. I also had to read the previous story to gain a better understanding as to what exactly happened to Det. Pasquale, the reasons behind his emotional and mental struggles we see him navigate through a dark place in this installment.
There seems to be quite a bit of emphasis placed on the thoughts and emotions of the supporting characters, which I found refreshing. The books transition smoothly from one installment to the next and you never lose thread of the characters.
Although short, the author successfully managed to pack quite a bit of punch in these little novellas so you never left with the feeling of any of the stories being rushed or unfinished after reading them.
The characters, plots, dialogues and storylines are really well done. This series is definitely worth getting into.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
I enjoyed reading this book. The premise of a vampire or other paranormal being investigating or enforcing the laws for the paranormal world is not a new one, but this was certainly done in a way that was fresh.
This book is a part of a series and even though some have mentioned it can be read as a standalone, I would definitely recommend that you read the previous story to this particular one. I did to get a better understanding of some of the supporting characters. I also had to read the previous story to gain a better understanding as to what exactly happened to Det. Pasquale, the reasons behind his emotional and mental struggles we see him navigate through a dark place in this installment.
There seems to be quite a bit of emphasis placed on the thoughts and emotions of the supporting characters, which I found refreshing. The books transition smoothly from one installment to the next and you never lose thread of the characters.
Although short, the author successfully managed to pack quite a bit of punch in these little novellas so you never left with the feeling of any of the stories being rushed or unfinished after reading them.
The characters, plots, dialogues and storylines are really well done. This series is definitely worth getting into.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
April 17, 2016
The best of the bunch so far, mainly because there were emotions from both Mark and Vinnie that weren't all lovey dovey and starting/ ending with buddy or honey.
The story here is good, and once again would benefit from some editing/ proof reading, but that aside it held my interest.
There is definitely a bigger picture going on here, and characters such as Tortuga and Jaime are intriguing - after 4 books I would like to have more of feeling for Vinnie, and less of Marks Roman back story (its like nothing has happened to him since he was turned)
The story here is good, and once again would benefit from some editing/ proof reading, but that aside it held my interest.
There is definitely a bigger picture going on here, and characters such as Tortuga and Jaime are intriguing - after 4 books I would like to have more of feeling for Vinnie, and less of Marks Roman back story (its like nothing has happened to him since he was turned)
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