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Product Description Possessed of an unnatural and legendary hunger, the Reapers have come to Earth to establish a New Order built on the harvesting of enslaved human souls. They rule the planet. They thrive on the scent of fear. And if it is night, as sure as darkness, they will come. Ozark Free Territory, 2071: The Kurian Order has reigned for 50 years. Using the dreaded power of their Reaper avatars, the alien, vampiric Kur hold dominion over the Earth and its inhabitants. Yet there are those who would rather die fighting than surrender to the unquenchable thirst of the enemy—those like David Valentine. Returning to the Ozark Free Territory, Valentine is shocked to find it overrun by Kurians under the command of the merciless Consul Solon. In a bid to turn the tide, Valentine leads a courageous group of soldiers on a desperate mission to drive a spike into the gears of the Kurian Order. Valentine stakes life, honor, and the future of his home on a rebellion that sparks the greatest battle of his life—one that he may not survive.… Bonus Audio: Includes an exclusive introduction by author E.E. Knight. About the Author E. E. Knight was born in Wisconsin, grew up in Minnesota and now calls Chicago home, where he abides in domestic felicity with a spouse, a young son, and assorted pets. He invites readers to visit his Web site at vampjac.com or his blog, Bohemian Word Werks.
David Valentine returns to a homeland occupied by alien vampires, the Kur, and must lead a rebellion against their oppressive rule. The Kurian Order has dominated Earth for fifty years, feeding on human souls and instilling fear. Valentine, a hardened survivor, finds his home territory overrun by the Kur and their ruthless Consul Solon. He rallies a band of soldiers for a desperate mission to disrupt the Kurian Order, risking everything on a rebellion that will culminate in a battle for survival.
The premise of Valentine's Rising sets up a classic conflict between human resistance and alien oppressors, suggesting a narrative driven by action and survival. The established world of the Kurian Order's fifty-year reign provides a backdrop for intense struggles and desperate gambits. The focus on David Valentine's leadership and his mission against Consul Solon indicates a plot centered on military strategy and personal courage. The inclusion of an author's introduction suggests a desire to connect with the readership on the thematic elements and world-building.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2015-08-25
Publisher:
Brilliance Audio
ISBN-10:
1501299018
ISBN-13:
9781501299018
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