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Tom Olbert gives a\u00a0five-star-review<\/a> to the vampire novel Beside the Darker Shore<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“Esposito has a vivid and delicious power of imagery reminiscent of Ray Bradbury; every dewdrop sliding off every blade of grass and the crackle of every autumn leaf resonates in a narrative that flows like sweet, dark wine. The story takes us from the streets, harbor-side parks and alleyways of Boston to the villas and forests of Spain in a tale of political ambition, moral conflict, love and insatiable animal passion.”<\/p>\n

“Complex and unpredictable, this one will keep you guessing, like an on-going nightmare landscape of sultry silver moonlight. Go buy this one.”<\/p>\n

Read the full review\u00a0on Goodreads<\/a>!<\/p>\n

[Author’s note: The review is so beautifully written, and I’ve found the author has many of his own works out<\/a>. You might like to check those out too! I know I’m going to.]

Universal Buy Link<\/a>

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