Review of The vampires: Sodom and Gomorrah

Sam Ibeh · Post by **Sam Ibeh** » 15 May 2023, 05:27

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The vampires: Sodom and Gomorrah" by Levănt DuPrae.]

4 out of 5 stars

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In The Vampires: Sodom and Gomorrah by Levănt DuPrae, the kingdom of Sodom was under King Bera. King Bera had two children, Sharina and Rathod. After his wife died, the king took a new wife. Her arrival effectively put Prince Rathod's position as heir in jeopardy. Prince Rathod was unhappy about this. Therefore, he was determined to get back his throne. More problematic for King Bera was that an enemy had invaded his bountiful kingdom, a problem he wanted to solve. On the other side of the world, in Bethel, lived Abraham and Lot. The two men had enjoyed abundance at Bethel. However, with their increasing population, followers of the two men fought and quarreled over resources. Abraham and Lot received visions from God, instructing them to separate. Abraham moved to Cannan and Lot to the land on the other side of the Jordan River. Lot had no clue this move would change the course of his life and that of those who followed him.

This book was another beautiful reimagining of biblical history in a manner usually done by authors like Francine Rivers. The author's language was slightly complex and peculiar. It gave the book an epic aura that complemented the story's historical setting. The story would be familiar to many readers, especially Christians, who would be conversant with it. However, the author added many layers and subplots to the story while maintaining the original storyline. The author's storytelling was vivid and brought the whole story to life. Many times, it almost felt like the reader was inside Sodom.

The characters — many of them were familiar — added excitement to the story. Each of the characters in this book had their agenda, whether good or bad. It was primarily the villainous ones that carried with them more intrigue as they went about with their machinations and quest for power. King Bera turned out to be a character that may become readers' favorite simply because of the shocking turn his character took. Prince Rathod was that character that aroused emotions, pity in his case. Readers could feel his frustrations and anger and may even empathize with him. These characters were presented as humans with desires, wants, and weaknesses.

This book was an exciting read. It combined the allure of greed, power, sex, passion, and ruthless political manipulations to provide a most exhilarating reading experience. It mirrored the lifestyle one would see in movies depicting Chinese or Roman royal courts — the moral decadence and the tense kill-or-be-killed atmosphere. There was suspense and intrigue, which, despite the familiarity of the plot, the author still managed to arouse. The book also had intense action scenes that readers may find scintillating.

Although the author reiterated his work was fiction, it somehow felt like he was making a case for the infamous Sodom and Gomorrah. Whether it was his intention or not, the book may influence readers' opinions about the sins of Sodom and cause them to be receptive to different possible narratives about the fate that befell Sodom.

This book was an enjoyable read and provided great entertainment. Unfortunately, it was not professionally edited, as errors were observed that would need professional editing to fix. However, I loved every part of this book. I'd recommend it to lovers of historical fiction with a biblical undertone. Due to the number of errors, I'd rate The Vampires: Sodom and Gomorrah four out of five stars.

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Samuel Falle · Post by **Samuel Falle** » 04 Dec 2023, 08:34

This review appreciated the book and applauded the author for doing a great job in creating it. Based on the pleasant impression the author's writing created, the reviewer also did well in making me want to include the book on my bookshelf.

Jay Lu · Post by **Jay Lu** » 10 Dec 2023, 22:37

Your review of 'The Vampires: Sodom and Gomorrah' by Levănt DuPrae brilliantly captures the novel’s essence. The book seems to offer a unique blend of biblical history and fictional storytelling, making it captivating yet familiar. The exploration of characters like King Bera and Prince Rathod adds depth, and it's intriguing how DuPrae manages to keep the suspense alive despite the well-known storyline. The mention of editing issues is helpful for potential readers.

Post by **Aaron Joseph Maupin** » 16 Jan 2024, 00:13

This review is helpful as it provides a detailed analysis of the book, highlighting its strong points and weaknesses. It gives readers an idea of what to expect and mentions the unique storytelling style and intriguing plot. However, the reviewer also mentions the need for professional editing. Overall, the review is sufficient and can motivate potential buyers, especially those interested in historical fiction with a biblical undertone. The book seems like a good addition to someone's library, according to the reviewer's perspective.