Dracul
Dracul
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
Beta497
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 1860s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Dracul by Dacre Stoker and J.D. Barker is a prequel to Bram Stoker's classic novel. The story unfolds in the late 19th century and follows a young Bram Stoker as he encounters dark forces and uncovers family secrets, blending horror and historical fiction to explore the origins of Dracula.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dracul by Dacre Stoker and J.D. Barker offers a thrilling prequel to Bram Stoker's classic, praised for its atmospheric tension and intricate plot. Critics enjoy the seamless integration of gothic elements and historical detail. However, some feel the pacing falters at times, and character depth varies. It succeeds in providing a chilling expansion to the Dracula legend.
Who Should Read Dracul?
Fans of gothic horror and suspense, particularly those who appreciate Bram Stoker's Dracula, will enjoy Dracul by Dacre Stoker and J.D. Barker. This prequel delivers a chilling narrative with supernatural elements akin to Stephen King's Salem's Lot and Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire.
19,400 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 1860s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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