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Anno Dracula

Kim Newman
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Anno Dracula

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Kim Newman

Anno Dracula

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

547

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

London, England • 1880s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Anno Dracula by Kim Newman is an alternate history novel set in a Victorian London where Count Dracula marries Queen Victoria and consolidates power. This atmospheric story weaves historical and fictional characters into a murder mystery involving Jack the Ripper, exploring themes of vampirism, society, and power dynamics without revealing the plot's twists.

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.0

15,989 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Anno Dracula by Kim Newman is lauded for its imaginative and immersive alternate history, combining Victorian-era intrigue with rich vampire lore. The vivid cast and intricate plot are praised, although some find the numerous historical references overwhelming. Newman's storytelling captivates, but the dense narrative may challenge casual readers.

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Who Should Read Anno Dracula?

Readers who enjoy Anno Dracula by Kim Newman are typically fans of gothic and historical fiction, as well as vampire lore with a twist. They appreciate immersive alternative histories with rich detail, similar to those in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen and The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova.

4.0

15,989 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

547

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

London, England • 1880s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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