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Pete & Repete's avatar

Nice! I thought I knew where this was going, but I did not. 🙌

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Posy Churchgate's avatar

A fine compliment! I’m glad I could surprise you Pete

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Apra Gotla's avatar

I echo the others in the comments. What a great story! This is such an unexpected twist to the classic vampire tale: a principled hero who gives the gift of a swift, painless death.

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Posy Churchgate's avatar

I am grateful Apra for your positive feedback, thanks!

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JK Mill's avatar

Oh WOW! Love this take on the story!

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Posy Churchgate's avatar

Thanks for that ringing endorsement JK

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Simone Francis's avatar

I love a new twist on a classic story. A vampire with a conscience and it sound like he's still there since he's lived from the wreck of the Demeter to the bleep of monitors.

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Posy Churchgate's avatar

Yes indeed Simone. Thanks for the valued support

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Sri Savita's avatar

Posy the Dracula/Whitby connection is facinating, thanks for sharing! My debut and its series are set in Robin Hood's Bay, but my next series is set in nearby Whitby!

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Posy Churchgate's avatar

Thanks Sri - ohh I need to know more LMK if you need beta readers

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Sri Savita's avatar

Oh absolutely will do, thank you! I've got the prequel novella that I need to work on slated for Fall 2026 release for a collab series, so I'll be getting into drafting that after finishing the draft of the prequel novella for my current series, also a Fall 2026 release for a collab anthology.

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Nevena Pascaleva's avatar

Wow! I love vampire stories and that was gorgeous! Reminded me a bit of Interview with a vampire. Plus, I love your mentioning of Varna. My sister lives there and it’s definitely an ancient place…and full of secrets.🙂

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