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The Wolfgang Trilogy #3
Communion
A NEW LEGEND IN VAMPIRE HUNTING IS BORN…
Sunstone. The great Holy City, sits in a valley of rain and snow, waiting for the one who will come and liberate it from the festering evil growing deep within its belly. It is here the Carnalreesee have taken Dorian. It is here where Tenor must go. For within the bosom of the devil, shadows spread like disease, growing darker each day.
A new found power.
A race against time.
Two unlikely companions join the growing band of vampire hunters in a final attempt to track down Dorian before Tenor’s worst fears come true.
The tower lives and the walls speak.
Nothing prepares Tenor for the horrors that await him in the Dark Cathedral. With all hope lost, it is Enivid, the soul-bound spiritual weapon of Diana that pushes him through until the very end.
Knowing only blood, sweat and tears for weeks on end, Tenor’s days of struggle finally draw to a close.
Now, more than ever before, humanity needs a hero.
Sunstone. The great Holy City, sits in a valley of rain and snow, waiting for the one who will come and liberate it from the festering evil growing deep within its belly. It is here the Carnalreesee have taken Dorian. It is here where Tenor must go. For within the bosom of the devil, shadows spread like disease, growing darker each day.
A new found power.
A race against time.
Two unlikely companions join the growing band of vampire hunters in a final attempt to track down Dorian before Tenor’s worst fears come true.
The tower lives and the walls speak.
Nothing prepares Tenor for the horrors that await him in the Dark Cathedral. With all hope lost, it is Enivid, the soul-bound spiritual weapon of Diana that pushes him through until the very end.
Knowing only blood, sweat and tears for weeks on end, Tenor’s days of struggle finally draw to a close.
Now, more than ever before, humanity needs a hero.
- GenresFantasy
418 pages, Paperback
Published June 2, 2020
27 people want to read
About the author
F.D. Gross
8 books166 followersF. D. Gross is the creator of The Wolfgang Trilogy; Wolfgang, Inquisition, and Communion. Frank writes many different types of fiction and experiences the world for inspiration. Traveling is a passion and resting in haunted places is another. He also works in a haunted house for fun.
A new legend in vampire hunting emerges with his works of literature and has also published various short stories ranging from dark twisted tales to open ended mysteries. Frank resides in Florida with his wife, daughter, son, and four cats.
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December 23, 2020
I remember the first book fondly for being like a novelization of the old Castlevania game, fresh with gore, action, and pathos. The second went deeper into the worldbuilding of vampires, blood, and family, with almost a feeling of the eternal about it. (As well as hunting the hunters.)
The third and final book in the trilogy, however, was all about pathos. Wolfgang's quest to find and cure his turned son was everything an old school video game adventure that is part Victorian and Hellsing could ever hope to aspire.
This is very much a novel for those of us with a vampire quest on the mind. Quite enjoyable and satisfying.
The third and final book in the trilogy, however, was all about pathos. Wolfgang's quest to find and cure his turned son was everything an old school video game adventure that is part Victorian and Hellsing could ever hope to aspire.
This is very much a novel for those of us with a vampire quest on the mind. Quite enjoyable and satisfying.
March 7, 2021
4.5.
Probably my favorite of the three!! The Dark Cathedral was just too good!
Please can I go back to this world ? I already miss it!
Probably my favorite of the three!! The Dark Cathedral was just too good!
Please can I go back to this world ? I already miss it!
July 9, 2020
(Disclaimer: This review is for an ARC that I was lucky enough to get my hands on. I have a more detailed readers' journal entry that I will post when I am able, either here or on my website. Below are my thoughts on the book overall that I initially wrote after reading the book - aside from my reading journal.)
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I just finished reading Communion not an hour ago, and I'm still letting my mind absorb it all. There are a lot of details and thoughts I have and I definitely don't want to miss anything.
Here are my initial thoughts, however: It's a spectacular way to end a magnificent trilogy. Adventurous and especially poignant, Communion will make you cheer, laugh, and cry. I definitely did all these things while reading it. It's still sinking in that this is the last book of the trilogy, so if I sound a little sad in addition to all this, that may be why.
One thing I love about Communion and the trilogy as a whole is that the author takes classical horror creatures and creates his own twist to it. Not exactly the way traditional folklore tells it and not the exact opposite, either. They're unique presentations that have a "life" all its own and makes total sense for this story - just one reason why COMMUNION is so memorable. In reading this, one truly gets the feeling that the author had a very specific vision in his head about the world he wanted to create, and followed through spectacularly.
COMMUNION does not try to copy anything or anyone. It's a world built for you to enjoy and be obsessed with. It's a great series with lovely main characters.
Personally, I'm an emotional reader. Therefore, what's really staying with me is the high-powered loss and love that is illustrated throughout. There are some things about it that are so utterly devastating, and it makes your heart wrench for the main character, Wolfgang. At the same time, he holds love in his heart for his family always, so in the end you really experience a wide range of feelings all at once.
I've said this before, but Tenor Wolfgang is the perfect hero. He's steadfast, honest, brave, strong, loyal, smart, and so much more. Lord Egleaseon is my favorite character of all, but if you have to love a good guy, Wolfgang is the best of the best. The fact that he loves his departed wife so much only adds to his greatness.
And that led me to a question: WHY did all this have to happen to Tenor? He's a great guy who only wants to help save people from monsters. How did he get dealt this horrible hand in life when he so obviously didn't deserve it?
We will never know. Everyone knows that in life, we don't always get what we deserve. Life is a crap shoot. Random and weird. Someone said somewhere (it was probably a meme or a fantastic quote that I now forget the origins of) that you can't control what happens to you, but you can control what you do with it. And what Tenor chooses to do at the end is to persevere no matter what pain he has in his heart. That makes him a worthy hero indeed.
There's some ambiguity to it as well - for instance, what does 'immortal' constitute in this series? It is never clearly defined, but I think that's how it should be. There are many things in life that are neither black nor white and sometimes in trying to find some amazing hidden spiritual secret, you find nothing. And literary adventure, in my opinion, should not be based around a mystical secret that changes the world, but more about what the heroes of a story do in the name of what's right. Good storytelling will have something interesting in its pages to attract you. Great storytelling focuses on the journey of a person or people, and does it in a way that makes you feel you've been on this journey right along there with them.
Needless to say, the Wolfgang Trilogy does exactly that. It's why it's so hard for me to say goodbye to Tenor. In the meantime, I shall daydream about Egleaseon fan fiction, and maybe some Cresthaven fan fiction as well. Just to amuse myself, of course. Nothing can compare to the genuine story because really, this entire amazing universe lives in the mind of FD Gross. He's a uniquely skilled writer and a true artist, and I thank him for including me on this amazing journey.
******
I just finished reading Communion not an hour ago, and I'm still letting my mind absorb it all. There are a lot of details and thoughts I have and I definitely don't want to miss anything.
Here are my initial thoughts, however: It's a spectacular way to end a magnificent trilogy. Adventurous and especially poignant, Communion will make you cheer, laugh, and cry. I definitely did all these things while reading it. It's still sinking in that this is the last book of the trilogy, so if I sound a little sad in addition to all this, that may be why.
One thing I love about Communion and the trilogy as a whole is that the author takes classical horror creatures and creates his own twist to it. Not exactly the way traditional folklore tells it and not the exact opposite, either. They're unique presentations that have a "life" all its own and makes total sense for this story - just one reason why COMMUNION is so memorable. In reading this, one truly gets the feeling that the author had a very specific vision in his head about the world he wanted to create, and followed through spectacularly.
COMMUNION does not try to copy anything or anyone. It's a world built for you to enjoy and be obsessed with. It's a great series with lovely main characters.
Personally, I'm an emotional reader. Therefore, what's really staying with me is the high-powered loss and love that is illustrated throughout. There are some things about it that are so utterly devastating, and it makes your heart wrench for the main character, Wolfgang. At the same time, he holds love in his heart for his family always, so in the end you really experience a wide range of feelings all at once.
I've said this before, but Tenor Wolfgang is the perfect hero. He's steadfast, honest, brave, strong, loyal, smart, and so much more. Lord Egleaseon is my favorite character of all, but if you have to love a good guy, Wolfgang is the best of the best. The fact that he loves his departed wife so much only adds to his greatness.
And that led me to a question: WHY did all this have to happen to Tenor? He's a great guy who only wants to help save people from monsters. How did he get dealt this horrible hand in life when he so obviously didn't deserve it?
We will never know. Everyone knows that in life, we don't always get what we deserve. Life is a crap shoot. Random and weird. Someone said somewhere (it was probably a meme or a fantastic quote that I now forget the origins of) that you can't control what happens to you, but you can control what you do with it. And what Tenor chooses to do at the end is to persevere no matter what pain he has in his heart. That makes him a worthy hero indeed.
There's some ambiguity to it as well - for instance, what does 'immortal' constitute in this series? It is never clearly defined, but I think that's how it should be. There are many things in life that are neither black nor white and sometimes in trying to find some amazing hidden spiritual secret, you find nothing. And literary adventure, in my opinion, should not be based around a mystical secret that changes the world, but more about what the heroes of a story do in the name of what's right. Good storytelling will have something interesting in its pages to attract you. Great storytelling focuses on the journey of a person or people, and does it in a way that makes you feel you've been on this journey right along there with them.
Needless to say, the Wolfgang Trilogy does exactly that. It's why it's so hard for me to say goodbye to Tenor. In the meantime, I shall daydream about Egleaseon fan fiction, and maybe some Cresthaven fan fiction as well. Just to amuse myself, of course. Nothing can compare to the genuine story because really, this entire amazing universe lives in the mind of FD Gross. He's a uniquely skilled writer and a true artist, and I thank him for including me on this amazing journey.
December 2, 2020
If book one of the Wolfgang Chronicles felt like a Castlevania 1 styled journey and Book 2, Inquisition was like the Castlevania 3 feeling world (Or the Castlevania Anime for more modern folks). What overall vibe is Communion Giving me? Sounds a bit odd but this one is like a Legend of Zelda finale. It's time to rescue the princess(in this story, Wolfgang's Son Dorian), form the Magnificent Seven like team (It's just about that number if you add up some of the smaller helping characters and spirits) and defeat the evil Ganon. And in this story, destroy the Carnalreesee Vampires at the grand holy city of Sunstone!
This book just gets rolling like a final epic act in a trilogy. Brutal battles ensue, fighting off all types of different monsters, beasts, and ghouls. We get flip flopping stories of Tenor Wolfgang and his parties journey and then for a first time in the series, Dorian gets his chapters. We see how the Wolfgang son has to deal with his capture, torture, fighting for survival and freedom while becoming what his Vampire Hunter lineage would expect. Plus, many of twists and turns and ideas that I didn't expect or see coming. You never really know what might be around the next corner.
My all-time favorite character in the books, Kronklich gets to continually chew the scenery, throw out witty jokes, while still being the ultimate jack of all trades. Like a creature killing Alfred from Batman. Adding the mix is the Councilor and his daughter Winter that keep up in the merry band. The Councilor is a brute of a man from a guild of Assassin's called the Black Blade. I literally picture this fella like he's the WWE Undertaker acting in an Assassin's Creed flick. Good stuff.
I know that this ends the trilogy, but I would love to see more stories in this world. Whether that be a sequel, prequel and even just some side adventures from Kronklich perspective. Beginning to end this whole story has been top notch. Ranking right up there with Bram Stoker's Dracula, Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat, Van Helsing and the Castlevania stories. Come have a read with a fresh, new, and classic like adventure!
This book just gets rolling like a final epic act in a trilogy. Brutal battles ensue, fighting off all types of different monsters, beasts, and ghouls. We get flip flopping stories of Tenor Wolfgang and his parties journey and then for a first time in the series, Dorian gets his chapters. We see how the Wolfgang son has to deal with his capture, torture, fighting for survival and freedom while becoming what his Vampire Hunter lineage would expect. Plus, many of twists and turns and ideas that I didn't expect or see coming. You never really know what might be around the next corner.
My all-time favorite character in the books, Kronklich gets to continually chew the scenery, throw out witty jokes, while still being the ultimate jack of all trades. Like a creature killing Alfred from Batman. Adding the mix is the Councilor and his daughter Winter that keep up in the merry band. The Councilor is a brute of a man from a guild of Assassin's called the Black Blade. I literally picture this fella like he's the WWE Undertaker acting in an Assassin's Creed flick. Good stuff.
I know that this ends the trilogy, but I would love to see more stories in this world. Whether that be a sequel, prequel and even just some side adventures from Kronklich perspective. Beginning to end this whole story has been top notch. Ranking right up there with Bram Stoker's Dracula, Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat, Van Helsing and the Castlevania stories. Come have a read with a fresh, new, and classic like adventure!
August 29, 2020
Communion by F.D.Gross is the third and final instalment of The Wolfgang Trilogy and continues our tale of the Vampire hunting family.
Dorian is in the hands of the enemy, being transported to somewhere he knows should mean his death, but why are they keeping him alive? Surely it would be easier to kill him now? And that's the bit that really scares him.
His father Tenor Wolfgang is chasing after his son, not knowing if he's alive or dead, but hoping it's the former. Either way he wants to end the horror that the vampires bring. His travelling companions have their own motivations for coming with him.
This trilogy has been a journey for not only the Wolfgangs and their friends but for us too, catching our imagination from the start, hooking us into wanting to know what's going to happen and getting us to care about each and every one of them.
Some may say the Vampire Genre has been written to death but Gross has found a way to write it with a fresh perspective, bringing us three books focusing on the horror and distress of loosing family or friends in the worst way imaginable.
If you're fed up with sparkly day walking vampires then this is a series you really should read.
Dorian is in the hands of the enemy, being transported to somewhere he knows should mean his death, but why are they keeping him alive? Surely it would be easier to kill him now? And that's the bit that really scares him.
His father Tenor Wolfgang is chasing after his son, not knowing if he's alive or dead, but hoping it's the former. Either way he wants to end the horror that the vampires bring. His travelling companions have their own motivations for coming with him.
This trilogy has been a journey for not only the Wolfgangs and their friends but for us too, catching our imagination from the start, hooking us into wanting to know what's going to happen and getting us to care about each and every one of them.
Some may say the Vampire Genre has been written to death but Gross has found a way to write it with a fresh perspective, bringing us three books focusing on the horror and distress of loosing family or friends in the worst way imaginable.
If you're fed up with sparkly day walking vampires then this is a series you really should read.
August 2, 2020
Tenor is still trying to find and rescue Dorian. The Carnalreesee are violent, ruthless enemies. What are they doing with Dorian? This book is intense and graphic. The imagery is strong and the stakes are high. pain, suffering and maybe redemption.
August 13, 2020
Communion by F.D. Gross.
This is book 3 of the Wolfgang trilogy.
A very good read. Great story. I love this series. I would have loved for there to be more. But still a great ending. Would recommend. 5*.
This is book 3 of the Wolfgang trilogy.
A very good read. Great story. I love this series. I would have loved for there to be more. But still a great ending. Would recommend. 5*.
August 13, 2020
Wow! This is the final book in the trilogy please do yourselves a favour and start at the beginning of the series
What an amazing conclusion to the trilogy the writing is tight and the author brings the story to an outstanding conclusion
A cracking read!
What an amazing conclusion to the trilogy the writing is tight and the author brings the story to an outstanding conclusion
A cracking read!
May 29, 2021
I love this book! My old favorite characters are once again reunited in the final book of this series. I have been a fan from the beginning and it is a little sad to have to say goodbye to Wolfgang. But hopefully this isnt goodbye,perhaps it is until we meet again?
It was nice getting a perspective from Dorian's view and piecing together the puzzle from his side and his fathers side of the story.
I enjoyed every step of the journey and happily recommend it to anyone who likes a good horror story.
It was nice getting a perspective from Dorian's view and piecing together the puzzle from his side and his fathers side of the story.
I enjoyed every step of the journey and happily recommend it to anyone who likes a good horror story.
October 14, 2023
Magnificent trilogy
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