Vittorio, The Vampire

Set in Renaissance Italy, this novella from Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles follows sixteen-year-old Vittorio as he navigates a dangerous world of violence, political intrigue, and dark dreams after surviving a brutal massacre. Saved by a mysterious woman, he is thrust into a realm of demonic nightmares, war, and turbulent love, against the rich backdrop of Florence's sacred and profane wonders. Rice introduces a compelling new character and a tragic tale of love and lost innocence in this captivating historical fantasy.