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A Perilous Thirst
A short story about a gay vampire in the early days of the AIDS epidemic.
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Published March 28, 2016
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June 1, 2016
This is a short read about a gay vampire and the story made me laugh out loud when I realized he was troubled by HIV and the dangers it presented, given his appetites. The writing is brilliant, original and clever. I feel I have had a fantastic hors d'oeuvre and now I eagerly look forward to the main course. I hope the author will produce further stories!
June 6, 2016
All right. So, I just had a conversation with a gay vampire, a very intelligent one, I might add. It was an honest conversation, but of course, he was doing all the talking and I was this captive audience. He was so open and candid about his life as a vampire in the time of AIDS epidemic. Even with his charm and confidence, I sensed his fear. It was real. With a vivid recounting of his conquests, he revealed a part of him that’s almost human.
A Perilous Thirst is a vampirically good short story that makes you feel that you’re actually there listening to an intriguing vampire character.
I don’t even know his name.
A Perilous Thirst is a vampirically good short story that makes you feel that you’re actually there listening to an intriguing vampire character.
I don’t even know his name.
October 31, 2016
Fantastic! A Perilous Thirst gives us just a small taste of Rhani D'Chae's skill as a writer and I'm itching to read more.
One-sided conversation from the POV of a modern day, homosexual vampire on the prowl for his next victim. He cautiously vets his next prey, wary of AIDS, for the disease also has a devastating effect on his kind. A short, steamy read without dirty words. Honestly, this is so not a subject I would've thought I'd enjoy, but the writing was so good, so entertaining, I couldn't stop reading. My only complaint about A Perilous Thirst is that it's very short, and I wanted more.
One-sided conversation from the POV of a modern day, homosexual vampire on the prowl for his next victim. He cautiously vets his next prey, wary of AIDS, for the disease also has a devastating effect on his kind. A short, steamy read without dirty words. Honestly, this is so not a subject I would've thought I'd enjoy, but the writing was so good, so entertaining, I couldn't stop reading. My only complaint about A Perilous Thirst is that it's very short, and I wanted more.
October 31, 2017
This short story is as elegantly written as its cover implies, taking you straight into the mind and very cold heart of a traditional vampire. We've had an "interview" with a vampire sometime back, but this is a "conversation" with a vampire, or perhaps, "seduction" by a vampire. And what an entrancing and enlightening one it is!
This is not a friendly, warm, fuzzy, and moral creature, even though he states that he has never forced himself on anyone. Nonetheless, he is of the human blood-sucking type from which nightmares derive. This is one who has lived for thousands of years, has amassed plenty of money, has sophisticated manners as well as tastes, and is now living in Tacoma, Washington in 1987. As the story begins, he has not indulged his sordid nature for four months and the lack of nourishment is agonizing. He's in a bar, perusing the potential menu items, while explaining his dilemma and buying drinks for--you!
He explains the reason for his abstinence is not only because he's gay, but due to his concern with contracting HIV. This is a horrible fate for vampires because they cannot die, but nevertheless waste away if they become infected. Thus, he is extremely cautious in choosing his next victim. He finds one whom he gets drunk and offers to take home, continuing his soliloquy as he returns to his own residence.
The writing is no less than literary in caliber, tastefully done, and amazingly unoffensive, given the topics under discussion. Yet there are bits of subtle, albeit dark, humor, such as referring to his catches as "tv dinners", a reference to fang-sized condoms, and noting he prefers to live alone not only to more easily conceal his true nature but because "the young men of today tend to equate cohabitation with a 'relationship', and so while I am simply attempting to keep my sustenance close at hand, they are picking out bedroom furniture and embroidering our initials onto the bath towels."
If you've been indulging in the usual vampire fare out there these days, much of which is clever and entertaining, you nonetheless should spend an evening with a real vampire, one who could easily have been one of Count Dracula's contemporaries. This was the perfect read for Halloween and offered a fascinating glimpse into a true vampire's persona and personality. It was chilling, yet fascinating and truly one of the best pieces of outstanding writing I've seen in a long time.
This is not a friendly, warm, fuzzy, and moral creature, even though he states that he has never forced himself on anyone. Nonetheless, he is of the human blood-sucking type from which nightmares derive. This is one who has lived for thousands of years, has amassed plenty of money, has sophisticated manners as well as tastes, and is now living in Tacoma, Washington in 1987. As the story begins, he has not indulged his sordid nature for four months and the lack of nourishment is agonizing. He's in a bar, perusing the potential menu items, while explaining his dilemma and buying drinks for--you!
He explains the reason for his abstinence is not only because he's gay, but due to his concern with contracting HIV. This is a horrible fate for vampires because they cannot die, but nevertheless waste away if they become infected. Thus, he is extremely cautious in choosing his next victim. He finds one whom he gets drunk and offers to take home, continuing his soliloquy as he returns to his own residence.
The writing is no less than literary in caliber, tastefully done, and amazingly unoffensive, given the topics under discussion. Yet there are bits of subtle, albeit dark, humor, such as referring to his catches as "tv dinners", a reference to fang-sized condoms, and noting he prefers to live alone not only to more easily conceal his true nature but because "the young men of today tend to equate cohabitation with a 'relationship', and so while I am simply attempting to keep my sustenance close at hand, they are picking out bedroom furniture and embroidering our initials onto the bath towels."
If you've been indulging in the usual vampire fare out there these days, much of which is clever and entertaining, you nonetheless should spend an evening with a real vampire, one who could easily have been one of Count Dracula's contemporaries. This was the perfect read for Halloween and offered a fascinating glimpse into a true vampire's persona and personality. It was chilling, yet fascinating and truly one of the best pieces of outstanding writing I've seen in a long time.
March 16, 2017
“A Perilous Thirst” is a well-written short story about a gay vampire. It is uniquely written. As the reader, you are being directly spoken to, as if you are his next victim. The vampire explains his life, to a young man he meets in a bar at the beginning of the Aids epidemic. He is honest about his concerns, and what his plans are for this very drunk man, who has no voice in this story. It is deep, honest, and amusing at times. I look forward to reading more from this author!
February 6, 2018
From the moment you read, “A Perilous Thirst,” by Rhani D’Chae you will be hooked. D’Chae takes her readers on a brief but powerfully gripping journey into the life and times of a vampire in need, in more ways than one. Told from the viewpoint of the vampire in question, D’Chae offers her readers a chance to see and understand this creature of the night from a different perspective, namely his own, in an intimate setting beyond the running and screaming that is so commonplace when it comes to vampires.
Starting off slowly, readers will no doubt feel an instant connection with the character D’Chae so vividly details and will notice the similarity between Anne Rice’s book and later film, “Interview with a Vampire,” yet D’Chae’s masterful techniques and settings make it more a conversation then lengthy interview. As the details emerge throughout D’Chae’s short story offering, readers will understand, relate, and ultimately fall headfirst into the world she so brilliantly designed.
“A Perilous Thirst” at first glance, could be considered horror, but ends up so much more than that without the excessive need for violence and bloodshed. It could be understood that Rhani D’Chae’s work seeks to explore and shed light on more than the common horrors that seek sustenance in the night by offering her main character the plight of the human condition. It is these things that, coupled with her descriptive writing, we are driven to a place we never saw coming and left there to contemplate our own shortcomings. The emotions are real and can be considered the one thing that ultimately connects us all, human and nearly immortal, alike. No names are offered within D’Chae’s work, minus a dedication nod, but none are needed as the main player seems to resonate the emotions that correlate to everyone, everywhere.
If you are seeking something dripping with the innards of those foolish enough to venture out into the darkness all around us, you should probably search elsewhere. If you are searching for a different spin on one of the many creatures of the night and a focus on the darkness of emotional turmoil within each of us, you will not find a better offering than “A Perilous Thirst,” by Rhani D’Chae. It is a short story, but it will truly stay with you long after the last page.
Starting off slowly, readers will no doubt feel an instant connection with the character D’Chae so vividly details and will notice the similarity between Anne Rice’s book and later film, “Interview with a Vampire,” yet D’Chae’s masterful techniques and settings make it more a conversation then lengthy interview. As the details emerge throughout D’Chae’s short story offering, readers will understand, relate, and ultimately fall headfirst into the world she so brilliantly designed.
“A Perilous Thirst” at first glance, could be considered horror, but ends up so much more than that without the excessive need for violence and bloodshed. It could be understood that Rhani D’Chae’s work seeks to explore and shed light on more than the common horrors that seek sustenance in the night by offering her main character the plight of the human condition. It is these things that, coupled with her descriptive writing, we are driven to a place we never saw coming and left there to contemplate our own shortcomings. The emotions are real and can be considered the one thing that ultimately connects us all, human and nearly immortal, alike. No names are offered within D’Chae’s work, minus a dedication nod, but none are needed as the main player seems to resonate the emotions that correlate to everyone, everywhere.
If you are seeking something dripping with the innards of those foolish enough to venture out into the darkness all around us, you should probably search elsewhere. If you are searching for a different spin on one of the many creatures of the night and a focus on the darkness of emotional turmoil within each of us, you will not find a better offering than “A Perilous Thirst,” by Rhani D’Chae. It is a short story, but it will truly stay with you long after the last page.
September 4, 2018
Book Review
Basic Details:
Book Title: A Perilous Thirst
Subtitle:
Author: Rhani D’Chae
Genre: Short fictional story
Part of a series? No
Order in series: N/A
Best read after earlier books in series? N/A
Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Overall score:
I scored this book 5/5
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
Short Summary of book:
This book tells the story of a gay vampire in the difficult period of the AIDS epidemic. He looks for love but needs to be careful due to this and seek his lovers very diligently. Funny really, most vampire books I have read, suggested that vampires are not affected by a human disease.
What I liked about the book:
I particularly liked how the vampire woos the unsuspecting bar customer and speaks to him so gently. And then there is the unexpected twist at the end. Well worth a read.
What I didn’t like about the book:
I liked the book in its entirety.
My favourite bits in the book:
I loved how the author described the vampire. Through the entire book he comes through as a gentle creature.
My least favourite bits in the book:
I liked the book in its entirety.
Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?
I understand this book is not part of a series. The author has, however, published several other books. Quite an achievement for someone who is visually impaired.
What books could this be compared to and why?
This book reminded me of several other vampire stories. It did, however, have an interesting and slightly unexpected twist.
Recommendation:
In summary, I would recommend this book for the following readers:
Children No
Young Adult Yes
Adult Yes
If you like stories about vampires this book is the book for you.
I look forward to reading more books by this author.
Description by the Author:
A short story about a gay vampire in the early days of the AIDS epidemic.
About the Author:
Visually disabled writer, dreamer, animal lover. Staff to rescued cats who tolerate my inadequacies.
rhanidchae.com
Basic Details:
Book Title: A Perilous Thirst
Subtitle:
Author: Rhani D’Chae
Genre: Short fictional story
Part of a series? No
Order in series: N/A
Best read after earlier books in series? N/A
Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Overall score:
I scored this book 5/5
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
Short Summary of book:
This book tells the story of a gay vampire in the difficult period of the AIDS epidemic. He looks for love but needs to be careful due to this and seek his lovers very diligently. Funny really, most vampire books I have read, suggested that vampires are not affected by a human disease.
What I liked about the book:
I particularly liked how the vampire woos the unsuspecting bar customer and speaks to him so gently. And then there is the unexpected twist at the end. Well worth a read.
What I didn’t like about the book:
I liked the book in its entirety.
My favourite bits in the book:
I loved how the author described the vampire. Through the entire book he comes through as a gentle creature.
My least favourite bits in the book:
I liked the book in its entirety.
Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?
I understand this book is not part of a series. The author has, however, published several other books. Quite an achievement for someone who is visually impaired.
What books could this be compared to and why?
This book reminded me of several other vampire stories. It did, however, have an interesting and slightly unexpected twist.
Recommendation:
In summary, I would recommend this book for the following readers:
Children No
Young Adult Yes
Adult Yes
If you like stories about vampires this book is the book for you.
I look forward to reading more books by this author.
Description by the Author:
A short story about a gay vampire in the early days of the AIDS epidemic.
About the Author:
Visually disabled writer, dreamer, animal lover. Staff to rescued cats who tolerate my inadequacies.
rhanidchae.com
March 14, 2020
This unusual short story is about a vampire who is struggling to find food due to his preference for the blood of good looking males. This tale is set at the beginning of the HIV/Aids epidemic and envisages that vampires are affected by the virus in an even more potent and unpleasant way.
The writing is very vivid and gripping, for example, the first sentence is "Acute hunger - that white-hot blaze which starts as a small cinder and then, over time, becomes a raging forest fire of agony - is especially horrific for one of the undead." I thought this was brilliant as it set the stage in those few words and I knew the story was about a starving vampire. The question was, why is he starving? By the end of the first page, that particular question is answered and the reader knows that the vampire is scared of the promiscuous behaviour of many young gay men at that time and also that they don't tell each other about their indiscretions. This puts the vampire at risk of contracting HIV/Aids in the same way as for any other person. Unlike people, however, using a condom can't help the vampire as he must ingest blood in order to live.
How does the vampire solve his problem? You will have to read this fascinating story to find out.
I enjoyed the way in which this story was told, in the style of a conversation. I thought this fitted the era and the personality of the vampire.
This story is not a horror story and does not provide any graphic details about death, rather it is an intriguing peep into the psyche of someone who is faced with the possibility of contracting a life threatening disease through fulfilling his natural and essential needs. A terrible conundrum for anyone.
The writing is very vivid and gripping, for example, the first sentence is "Acute hunger - that white-hot blaze which starts as a small cinder and then, over time, becomes a raging forest fire of agony - is especially horrific for one of the undead." I thought this was brilliant as it set the stage in those few words and I knew the story was about a starving vampire. The question was, why is he starving? By the end of the first page, that particular question is answered and the reader knows that the vampire is scared of the promiscuous behaviour of many young gay men at that time and also that they don't tell each other about their indiscretions. This puts the vampire at risk of contracting HIV/Aids in the same way as for any other person. Unlike people, however, using a condom can't help the vampire as he must ingest blood in order to live.
How does the vampire solve his problem? You will have to read this fascinating story to find out.
I enjoyed the way in which this story was told, in the style of a conversation. I thought this fitted the era and the personality of the vampire.
This story is not a horror story and does not provide any graphic details about death, rather it is an intriguing peep into the psyche of someone who is faced with the possibility of contracting a life threatening disease through fulfilling his natural and essential needs. A terrible conundrum for anyone.
June 16, 2020
Author Rhani D’Chae provides a detailed life journey of a vampire’s point of view in his feeding desires with beautiful men. The story takes place when HIV/AIDS is on the rise, suggesting that vampires would suffer from this blood disease horrifically. The writing is succinct and vivid as the author quickly paints the character in the bar and his observations.
Vampire stories often contain violence, death, and ghastly, grim atmosphere, but this one was matter of fact without the blood. This mature vampire is very matter of fact on his needs. He also is clear in what he gives for what he gets. If it were simply a conversation in a bar between men, it would seem most mature and forthcoming.
Author D’Chae is totally adept at precision wording. Early on this section painted a perfect picture of the situation.
I remember my last…friend. I do not refer to him as a lover, for can one truly love what is, in essence, a tv dinner? I think not, although I am sure that someone will eventually prove me to be wrong. At any rate, we had many glorious evenings together, until the night when I awoke and found that my lovely friend had lost all track of time and was otherwise occupied. So sad that it had to end, but I could not continue with him, knowing that he had been seeing another without informing me of his actions.
Rhani D'Chae is a gifted author. The reader gains immediate empathy with the character. I found myself listening to his perspective and wishing I could offer a solution. You’ll need to read it all to the end to see how he solves his problem. Easily recommended for those who enjoy a thoughtful perspective straight from the mouth of a vampire.
Vampire stories often contain violence, death, and ghastly, grim atmosphere, but this one was matter of fact without the blood. This mature vampire is very matter of fact on his needs. He also is clear in what he gives for what he gets. If it were simply a conversation in a bar between men, it would seem most mature and forthcoming.
Author D’Chae is totally adept at precision wording. Early on this section painted a perfect picture of the situation.
I remember my last…friend. I do not refer to him as a lover, for can one truly love what is, in essence, a tv dinner? I think not, although I am sure that someone will eventually prove me to be wrong. At any rate, we had many glorious evenings together, until the night when I awoke and found that my lovely friend had lost all track of time and was otherwise occupied. So sad that it had to end, but I could not continue with him, knowing that he had been seeing another without informing me of his actions.
Rhani D'Chae is a gifted author. The reader gains immediate empathy with the character. I found myself listening to his perspective and wishing I could offer a solution. You’ll need to read it all to the end to see how he solves his problem. Easily recommended for those who enjoy a thoughtful perspective straight from the mouth of a vampire.
February 23, 2018
I read this book via an Amazon-US KINDLE Unlimited download.
I found this short story to have a rather unique twist on any vampire or gay story you might have read. The devastating AIDS crisis in still in its early day and our sexless, nameless narrating protagonist has taken readers into their mind. No name, of course no name, how else could any reader relate to what’s happening; a woman could feel comfortable stepping into her shoes, and a guy could feel comfortable stepping into his shoes.
While vampires usually lust the blood of a victim of the opposite sex, our protagonist, being gay, lusts for the blood of one is of the same sex. While our protagonist knows their life is eternal, getting infected by the AIDS virus would be devastating to their outward appearance, causing a difficulty in attracting a new victim. Our protagonist’s empathy forces a starvation for their blood sustenance, rather than inflict a hapless victim with possible AIDS or getting the virus themselves; like playing a game of Russian Roulette, not knowing if the next pull of the trigger would be death, or in this case the dreaded virus itself.
The author’s writing creates a strong visualization of what’s happening, and a pathos that’s easily defined. The strength of story’s brevity illustrates it didn’t need to be any longer to get its message across to its readers, and why this reviewer has given 5 STARS to its writer, Rhani D’Chae.
I found this short story to have a rather unique twist on any vampire or gay story you might have read. The devastating AIDS crisis in still in its early day and our sexless, nameless narrating protagonist has taken readers into their mind. No name, of course no name, how else could any reader relate to what’s happening; a woman could feel comfortable stepping into her shoes, and a guy could feel comfortable stepping into his shoes.
While vampires usually lust the blood of a victim of the opposite sex, our protagonist, being gay, lusts for the blood of one is of the same sex. While our protagonist knows their life is eternal, getting infected by the AIDS virus would be devastating to their outward appearance, causing a difficulty in attracting a new victim. Our protagonist’s empathy forces a starvation for their blood sustenance, rather than inflict a hapless victim with possible AIDS or getting the virus themselves; like playing a game of Russian Roulette, not knowing if the next pull of the trigger would be death, or in this case the dreaded virus itself.
The author’s writing creates a strong visualization of what’s happening, and a pathos that’s easily defined. The strength of story’s brevity illustrates it didn’t need to be any longer to get its message across to its readers, and why this reviewer has given 5 STARS to its writer, Rhani D’Chae.
November 5, 2017
"A Perilous Thirst" is a skillfully written, first-person account about the life of a modern day vampire. While that probably sounds like a lot of stories and books on the market, I found this one to be especially entertaining because of it's use of occasional humor. At one point early in the account our vampire ponders whether she could actually love anyone she equates to a "TV dinner." In the hands of a lesser writer this would have fallen flat and likely distracted from the story as well.
Some readers might think the story lacks detail on the thought process of the victim(s), but since the account comes strictly from the vampire, who is extremely self-centered, where would that information come from? Additionally, considering the topic, the story stays away from graphic depictions of violence and sex, which might be a draw back for some readers -- but not me. It bleeds when it needs to, so to speak.
I look forward to Rhani D'Chae's future work, maybe even a long-form work featuring this character.
Some readers might think the story lacks detail on the thought process of the victim(s), but since the account comes strictly from the vampire, who is extremely self-centered, where would that information come from? Additionally, considering the topic, the story stays away from graphic depictions of violence and sex, which might be a draw back for some readers -- but not me. It bleeds when it needs to, so to speak.
I look forward to Rhani D'Chae's future work, maybe even a long-form work featuring this character.
January 18, 2022
This was quite a short story! I read it in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down, intrigued from page one. This was my first read from this author, but I knew the subject was one I would enjoy. A short story with a vampire!
The story was well-written and wonderfully descriptive. I found it fascinating to see the story unfold from the voice of the vampire, quite an interesting spin, compared to what many of us are used to with vampire tales. It was thoroughly enjoyable.
The author also keeps you guessing. For me, the story felt more open, meaning the reader was able to create their own interpretations of what was fully going on.
The story was well-written and wonderfully descriptive. I found it fascinating to see the story unfold from the voice of the vampire, quite an interesting spin, compared to what many of us are used to with vampire tales. It was thoroughly enjoyable.
The author also keeps you guessing. For me, the story felt more open, meaning the reader was able to create their own interpretations of what was fully going on.
July 4, 2019
I don’t know why I stumbled across ‘The Perilous Thirst.’ It is not my genre but I challenged myself to read it and was instantly taken in by the unique style of Rhani, her quick building up of an inimitable aura by entering into the mind of a blood sucking character, without even telling any name. She makes a mark on the reader with this short story. I liked the rich language that is used to convey the yearning for love despite the threatening demon of HIV. It is a riveting tale that has been told elegantly. Recommended!
August 7, 2020
“A Perilous Thirst” by Rhani D’Chae This beautifully written short story captivated me from page one. It is a unique storyline, with a first person point of view that works perfectly, as a sensual vampire tells his tale. As you turn the pages, you will learn to love him. Bravo, Ms. D’Chae!
December 5, 2016
By Rhani D’Chae
This book is unique in many ways but having a dedication in memory of one of its fictional characters is a great hook. And so begins a fabulous short story, which is a narrative told by a vampire as he tries to explain to his listeners who and what he is . . . But with no apology — or is there? If so he hides it well, yet portions of his tainted godless soul seep through his sometimes agonized words.
This interesting vampire is also in relationships with men but prefers ’cohabitation’ since they may end up as dinner rather than for dinner. Throughout this well-crafted short story, the vampire is speaking to his next meal at a bar. The handsome young man seems to be taking in his every word, yet not answering, perhaps due to the copious amount of alcohol he's consumed and the hypnotic trance under the spell of his new vampire friend. Earlier conversations were not so one-sided but now his prey is mute. Does he even hear?
Reading the words of the vampire and his story, so well written and carefully crafted to draw the reader in with both sympathy and loathing, makes it an impossible story to put down. The narrative is beautiful, provocative, fast-paced, and loathsome all at the same time — a page turner.
Author Rhani D’Chae skillfully weaves her tale, mesmerizing her readers, almost as if she were a vampire herself. The vampire’s explanation of feasting on another's blood as an act of love making as well as sustenance seems to make sense in this story as does the promise of giving his victim near immortality. Again, one sees the vampire as both good and evil. The last line of the story is exquisite and says so much about the main character.
A Perilous Thirst is a great short read while commuting to work or waiting for appointments, and when you feel the need for a good story but only have time for a short one. If you enjoyed ’A Perilous Thirst,’ which I highly recommend, check out author Rhani D’Chae’s novel, ‘Shadow of the Drill,’ a thriller with adult content.
Micki Peluso
This book is unique in many ways but having a dedication in memory of one of its fictional characters is a great hook. And so begins a fabulous short story, which is a narrative told by a vampire as he tries to explain to his listeners who and what he is . . . But with no apology — or is there? If so he hides it well, yet portions of his tainted godless soul seep through his sometimes agonized words.
This interesting vampire is also in relationships with men but prefers ’cohabitation’ since they may end up as dinner rather than for dinner. Throughout this well-crafted short story, the vampire is speaking to his next meal at a bar. The handsome young man seems to be taking in his every word, yet not answering, perhaps due to the copious amount of alcohol he's consumed and the hypnotic trance under the spell of his new vampire friend. Earlier conversations were not so one-sided but now his prey is mute. Does he even hear?
Reading the words of the vampire and his story, so well written and carefully crafted to draw the reader in with both sympathy and loathing, makes it an impossible story to put down. The narrative is beautiful, provocative, fast-paced, and loathsome all at the same time — a page turner.
Author Rhani D’Chae skillfully weaves her tale, mesmerizing her readers, almost as if she were a vampire herself. The vampire’s explanation of feasting on another's blood as an act of love making as well as sustenance seems to make sense in this story as does the promise of giving his victim near immortality. Again, one sees the vampire as both good and evil. The last line of the story is exquisite and says so much about the main character.
A Perilous Thirst is a great short read while commuting to work or waiting for appointments, and when you feel the need for a good story but only have time for a short one. If you enjoyed ’A Perilous Thirst,’ which I highly recommend, check out author Rhani D’Chae’s novel, ‘Shadow of the Drill,’ a thriller with adult content.
Micki Peluso
April 4, 2016
This is an entertaining short story written in First Person POV and as though the main character is holding a conversation with you.
This 60 page book gives a unique and enthralling account of the issues facing an intelligent, gay vampire in the early days of the AIDS epidemic. It is a sophisticated little read, that hints at what is to come without spilling blood and gore all over the place. It depicts need and self-control and longing. The tale has both a hopeful and sadly-nostalgic feel to it, and I am interested to see where the author takes this tale in the future sequels I hope are forthcoming.
It gets five stars from me.
This 60 page book gives a unique and enthralling account of the issues facing an intelligent, gay vampire in the early days of the AIDS epidemic. It is a sophisticated little read, that hints at what is to come without spilling blood and gore all over the place. It depicts need and self-control and longing. The tale has both a hopeful and sadly-nostalgic feel to it, and I am interested to see where the author takes this tale in the future sequels I hope are forthcoming.
It gets five stars from me.
May 28, 2016
I was just getting myself ready to read this story, when it all came to an abrupt end. As short stories go, this one was very quickly dispatched. Yes, Rhani has a knack for words, and this time she soliloquized by using her words, like a painter uses a brush, to paint her scenes. I thoroughly understood and enjoyed this style, because I could see the stroke of the brush as she unleashed the vivid colors, while at the same time keeping the character in the story well hidden. I can’t remember seeing the names of the main characters, but I could see them.
Thani can be quite erotic without being explicit. I like that. That was really a beautiful work of art.
Thani can be quite erotic without being explicit. I like that. That was really a beautiful work of art.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 4, 2016
A vampire story unlike those you may have read before.
This short story is told in the format of a conversation as if he were talking to you, explaining who he is and how life for a vampire (especially one who has a taste for men) changed with the advent of HIV.
I found this story very entertaining and engaging although I don't know if I could read a whole book written in this style I would certainly like to find out more about this vampire :)
This short story is told in the format of a conversation as if he were talking to you, explaining who he is and how life for a vampire (especially one who has a taste for men) changed with the advent of HIV.
I found this story very entertaining and engaging although I don't know if I could read a whole book written in this style I would certainly like to find out more about this vampire :)
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This review is from: A Perilous Thirst (Kindle Edition)
A well written short story about a vampire who is concerned about the AIDS epidemic. It is written in the first person and the author does a good job bringing the reader into the character. I was the vampire! An interesting take from a modern view of an old myth about vampires.
I highly recommend this book.
July 9, 2016
This was so different than anything I've ever read. Yes, I've read vampire stories. Yes, I've read short stories. I don't think I've ever read a story where the character was speaking to me, where I was his "interest." It was really cool. And as is always my complaint with short stories, it was too short!!! I would love to see the whole journey drawn out! It was frustrating to me that it ended so quickly, but those are my issues. The story is fantastic, and I definitely recommend it.
January 17, 2017
This is unlike any story I have ever read. Author, Rhani D'Chae, flawlessly weaves an engrossing vampire tale from the first-person point of view. The main character completely captivated me with his dark, intrinsic need positioned against his yearning for love. The battle of self-control and longing is portrayed beautifully. A melancholy tale that resonates long after the final page. I highly recommend it.
April 2, 2016
I have a weakness for vampire stories, and this short story successfully scratched the itch. I enjoyed the first person perspective and the combination of strength and neediness he expresses, as well as the way he seduces both his victim and the reader. It was well-written and entertaining. I look forward to reading more from this author.
June 2, 2016
Rhani D'Chae knoiw how to weave a tale from the first person point of view. The main character is diligent in his performance and knows what he desires in life. We begin in a bar where the first words are spoken and his ingenious mind displays who he is and what he is truly after. I'd love to see more of this character and how he plays out this undying fantasy of living the vampire life.
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