Blood and Gold

Anne Rice's audiobook tells the story of Marius, a former Roman senator who is kidnapped and transformed into a protector of the vampire royal family. Spanning across centuries, the narrative explores significant historical events, from the fall of pagan Rome to the Renaissance, as Marius navigates a world filled with danger, art, and love. His journey ultimately leads him to a confrontation with the oldest vampires, set against a backdrop of intense historical and supernatural intrigue.