Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis
Published: 29, November 2016
Author: Anne Rice
The Vampire Chronicles, Book 12
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Fantasy, Fiction, Ghost, Gothic, History, Horror, Literary, Occult, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thrillers, Urban, Vampire
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Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis Summary
The Review:
In Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis, author Anne Rice combines the premise of Ancient aliens meeting vampires together, but this novel is a lot more than that. Realms of Atlantis will appeal to both gothic fiction aficionados and hard science fiction fans. Realms of Atlantis incorporates all of the traditional vampire clichés while also introducing some amazing new and surprising concepts. Long-time Anne Rice admirers will feel as though this is a love letter written specifically for them. I haven't been moved by an Anne Rice book's finale since Memnoch the Devil.
This book reminded me a lot of the last of the Mayfair Witch stories, and you'll see why after you've finished reading it. However, we come across a group of people that share many of the Tatlos' traits, as well as a similar amount of emotional immaturity. Lestat even makes a few allusions to Mayfair family members; it's conceivable that the likeness was unintentional on the author's part.
It felt like the end of the Vampire Chronicles was nearing at moments during the novel; but, there are still new roads to explore towards the finish, and the book does feel at times like a farewell to Lestat, Louis, Armand, and all the other familiar characters that readers know and love.
Even though most of them have no part to play in the unfolding plot, everyone receives a mention, including those who have died away. The plot is intriguing, and Anne Rice has gone to great lengths to tell us a unique story.
Despite the fact that there are moments when there are a lot of tears. That's just my perspective; it's not a horrible book, but it did leave me wanting more. This is the issue with having a series as good as the Vampire Chronicles: you demand perfection all of the time. However, not everyone can write as well as Anne Rice.
It was unexpected to see the Vampire Series shift from horror to a bit of science fiction. It was, nevertheless, a pleasant surprise to discover it blended in this manner. Lestat is still as fascinating as he was as the Brat Prince when he is behaving as the King.
Anne Rice delves into Amel's origins in this chapter. Which I never expected her to get into, but she does, and she expands the possibilities with new characters and extended versions of existing ones. Overall, a fantastic book that is well-written.
For some readers, the story may appear unbelievable at first, but if you dive deeper into the material and allow Anne Rice time, she will eliminate the implausibility. Some readers have expressed dissatisfaction with this book, but first and foremost, if you enjoyed Prince Lestat in the previous book, you will enjoy this one as well. Also, keep in mind that you are reading a book by an author who writes about vampires and witches, so what is the problem if she writes about aliens or Atlantean?
I was ecstatic to read Anne Rice's latest chapter in the Vampire Chronicles, Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis, as a history and science fiction buff. Anne Rice has given us new personalities as well as fresh viewpoints on our history, present, and future in this new frontier she has created. She tells us a narrative that makes us wonder and yearn for better answers than the ones we've been given and have accepted without inquiry.
Warning: Spoilers in this paragraph... She creates entirely new beings, whose past and future provide many story possibilities...all the while providing us our beloved Lestat and his nighttime friends. Of course, Lestat is the major energizing figure whose narrative inspires the stories of the others. Louis, with his exquisite love for Lestat, is still present. Marius is still alive and well in this novel, and he has always had a special place in Lestat's heart. Thorne and Avicus from Blood and Gold are among those who have returned.
Anne Rice had a knack for inventing characters that get ingrained in one's mind. Her characters pique our interest in what may be conceivable, or what we desire might be possible. Her eternal gift to us via her immortal creatures is the hope of something bigger, the hope that if we live long enough, we will be able to transcend our mistakes and be pardoned. And, as a result of that forgiveness, we can be more than we are.
For newcomers to Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles, the book includes a brief history of her vampires as well as a glossary of vampire terms. She also includes a chronology of her Vampire Chronicles, as well as a brief overview of each, as well as the names of all of the important characters from the series. It could assist your understanding of this book if you read these first.
Final Thoughts:
This is an extremely fantastic book. Within the first few pages, it grabs your interest and doesn't let go. The plot is incredibly engaging, making the novel a page-turner. One of the many things I like about this book is that, while I am a great fan of Anne Rice, you don't have to be a fan to fully understand the history and backstory of her vampires and their world. Don't worry if this is your first time reading an Anne Rice novel. You will thoroughly like this book even if you haven't read her previous works which I strongly suggest; they're fantastic.
This brings the entire narrative to a close! (No it didn’t but this book kind of gave signs of it) You'll meet new species you didn't expect to see. Amel is much more than a ghost. Before entering Akasha, he had a long and illustrious past. This book also demonstrates that there was once a highly evolved society prior to the beginning of time as we know it. It's a fascinating tale. This is a page-turner. Anne Rice at her most brilliant!
I'll admit that the plot is a little unusual for Anne Rice, but she pulled it off well. Overall, it's a well-rounded novel with a compelling plot that will leave you wanting more. So go ahead and pick up a copy, and have fun! It'll be a good decision!
Synopsis:
“NATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this ambitious, rich vampire novel of vision and power, the indomitable vampire hero, Lestat de Lioncourt, returns ... caught up in an urgent and fundamental quest to understand the origins of the Undead and the deeper meanings of existence for both mortals and immortals.
“In my dreams, I saw a city fall into the sea . . . And all the world was shaken . . .”
Now Lestat, Prince of the vast tribe of the undead, finds himself at war with a strange, ancient, otherworldly form that has somehow taken possession of his immortal body and spirit, and it is through this perilous and profound struggle that we come to be told the hypnotic tale of a great sea power of ancient times: a mysterious heaven on earth situated on a boundless continent in the Atlantic Ocean.
As we learn of the mighty, resonant powers and perfections of this lost kingdom of Atalantaya, the lost realms of Atlantis, we come to understand how and why the Vampire Lestat, indeed all the vampires, must reckon so many millennia later with the terrifying force of this ageless, all-powerful Atalantaya spirit. An exhilarating novel that deepens Anne Rice’s vampire mythology as it brings together the ancient worlds and beings of the Vampire Chronicles and opens up to us a whole new universe of characters, history, storytelling, and legend.”
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