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ble of cruelty. His crimes, however, pale in comparison to those of the mortals around him. |
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51.. The Black Castle. New York: Scribner's, 1978. Hardcover. (Paperback. New York: Ace, 1979.) |
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Series: Don Sebastian No. 1. |
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This story takes place during Spain's infamous Inquisition. Don Sebastian inhabits the family castle, which most people believe is abandoned. He is writing a book on witchcraft for his brother, the local Grand Inquisitor. This brother keeps his vampire sibling "alive" by allowing him access to Inquisition victims. The brothers hate one another, but, for the time being, each needs the other. |
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52.. The Silver Skull. New York: Scribner's, 1979. Hardcover. (Paperback. New York: Ace, 1983.) |
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Series: Don Sebastian No. 2. |
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In the New World, Cortez has invaded the land of the Aztecs and battles them for control of Tenochtitlan. Don Sebastian, with the help of a beautiful Aztec priestess, becomes the god Smoking Mirror, and uses his powers to help the native people fight against the conquistadors. |
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53.. Citizen Vampire. New York: Scribner's, 1981. Hardcover. (Paperback. New York: Ace, 1985.) |
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Series: Don Sebastian No. 3. |
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Don Sebastian is resurrected during the French Revolution. His benefactor is a beautiful countess who is soon caught by the mob and condemned to death. The Countess's maid, Madeleine, becomes a bloodthirsty member of the rabble and calls for death to the aristocracy. Readers are treated to introductions of famous figures such as Robespierre, the Marquis de Sade, and Dr. Guillotine. |
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54.. Yellow Fog. West Kingston, RI: Donald M. Grant, 1986. Illustrated by Frank Villano. Hardcover. (Paperback. Revised edition. New York: Tor, 1991.) |
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Series: Don Sebastian No. 4. |
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Don Sebastian reappears in mid-nineteenth century England. He becomes enamored of the lovely, wealthy Felicia, who longs to become |
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