Lost Souls
Lost Souls
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Horror & SuspenseAmerican South • 1980s
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Religion & Spirituality1993
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Lost Souls by Poppy Z. Brite explores the journey of a teenager named Nothing, who embarks on a quest for identity and belonging among vampires. Set against a dark and atmospheric backdrop, the novel examines themes of alienation and the search for family. The intertwining stories reveal the complexities of human and vampire lives.
Dark
Mysterious
Melancholic
Unnerving
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Lost Souls by Poppy Z. Brite is praised for its lush, atmospheric prose and captivating portrayal of gothic and punk subcultures. Readers appreciate its vivid characters and immersive storytelling. However, some critique the novel for a lack of depth in plot and character development. Overall, it is celebrated for its unique take on vampire lore.
Who Should Read Lost Souls?
Readers who relish gothic horror and dark fantasy will appreciate Lost Souls by Poppy Z. Brite. Fans of Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire and Clive Barker's Books of Blood will be drawn to the novel's atmospheric storytelling and exploration of outsider subcultures. This book suits those fascinated by vampires and richly eerie narratives.
19,268 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
356
Novel • Fiction
•
Fantasy•
Horror & SuspenseAmerican South • 1980s
•
Religion & Spirituality1993
Adult
18+ years
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