The Vampyre
retold by David Campton
Lord Ruthven's strange, compelling stare remains a mystery to those around him. Then a murdered girl is discovered on a dark London street. What is the terrifying connection?
Read Time: ~4.6 hr
Artful
by Peter David (2014)
About this book
"Oliver Twist is one of the most well-known stories ever told, about a young orphan who has to survive the mean streets of London before ultimately being rescued by a kindly benefactor. But it is his friend, the Artful Dodger, who has the far more intriguing tale, filled with more adventure and excitement than anything boring Oliver could possibly get up to. Throw in some vampires and a plot to overthrow the British monarchy, and what you have is the thrilling account that Charles Dickens was too scared to share with the world."-- Publisher description.
Setting / LocationLondon & UK
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreArtful Lead Character
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