The Red Sacrament by Sara Hinkley
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Set in the glittering shadows of 1869 Paris, this lush gothic horror follows an ancient vampire coven whose carefully ordered existence begins to unravel as revolution, forbidden desire, and blood-soaked prophecy converge.
Description
Every empire falls.
Even one built on blood.
Paris, 1869.
By invitation alone, the mysterious Théâtre Saint-Siméon hosts the city’s most coveted performances. Those fortunate enough to receive one of its rare black admission cards witness actors of extraordinary beauty and impossible grace. They perform only after midnight. They are never seen by day.
No one suspects what they truly are.
For centuries, Arnault and his vampire coven have survived by following strict rules. Hidden behind the glamour of the theater, they feed sparingly, maintain their secrecy, and preserve the delicate balance that has allowed them to flourish among the living without drawing attention.
Then strangers arrive.
Béatrice, an enigmatic witch, awakens long-forgotten forces and forges an unexpected bond with Arnault. Soon after come Victor de Rouvray and his sister Françoise, aristocratic vampires whose ambitions and customs threaten everything the coven has built. As Arnault finds himself irresistibly drawn to the charismatic Victor, loyalties begin to fracture, ancient certainties crumble, and dangerous passions cloud his judgment.
Beyond the theater walls, Paris itself trembles.
Political unrest spreads through the streets, whispers of revolution grow louder, and terrifying visions of bloodshed haunt Arnault’s nights. As the city edges toward upheaval, the fate of mortals and immortals alike becomes inseparably entwined.
Rich with gothic atmosphere, historical intrigue, and slow-burning queer romance, The Red Sacrament blends vampire mythology with the elegance of nineteenth-century Paris and the looming specter of revolution. Sara Hinkley crafts an unforgettable tale of immortality, desire, loyalty, and the devastating cost of change.
Perfect for readers who enjoy gothic horror, historical fantasy, queer vampire fiction, and beautifully written stories where romance and darkness walk hand in hand.
Book Details
- Author: Sara Hinkley
- ISBN: 9781835410820
- Format: Paperback
- Genre: Gothic Horror, Historical Fantasy, LGBTQ+ Fiction
- Themes: Vampires, Queer Romance, Found Family, Revolution, Witchcraft, Immortality, Historical Paris
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