Reviews
These solidly researched novels show us a Saint-Germain who genuinely learns and grows from a fiend into a being of great gentleness, wisdom, and compassion. The series is probably the most sustained and impressive treatment to date of extreme longevity., "The detailed historical knowledge characteristic of the series is evident, complemented by highly literate eroticism. Effective suspense and a more active role for Saint-Germain make this latest tale a strong entry in [the] series."- Publishers Weekly on Commedia della Morte "Rich descriptions and impeccable attention to historical detail. The highlight is the opportunity to see a darker side of Saint-Germain, to watch him become a little less perfect and a little more ruthless. His fans, and Yarbro's, will not be disappointed."-Historical Novel Society on Commedia della Morte "A meticulous novel, An Embarrassment of Riches brought to mind an elaborate version of The Historian, told from the vampire's perspective. Despite the many books that have come before, Saint-Germain's perspective is easily accessible to a new reader. I had no difficulty feeling involved."- All Things Urban Fantasy, A meticulous novel, An Embarrassment of Riches brought to mind an elaborate version of The Historian, told from the vampire's perspective. Despite the many books that have come before, Saint-Germain's perspective is easily accessible to a new reader. I had no difficulty feeling involved., You might compare Yarbro's style to Anne Rice in her vampire tales, where the plot is character driven. The book is intriguing., The characters are richly described and brought to life. The book's attention to details and development of characters make it a must-read., Yarbro's compelling prose and meticulously researched setting combine effectively for a vivid historical tale., Chelsea Quinn Yarbro has created the most remarkable and original vampire since Bram Stoker's Dracula., The detailed historical knowledge characteristic of the series is evident, complemented by highly literate eroticism., "The detailed historical knowledge characteristic of the series is evident, complemented by highly literate eroticism." - Publishers Weekly on Commedia della Morte "Rich descriptions and impeccable attention to historical detail." -Historical Novel Society on Commedia della Morte "A meticulous novel, An Embarrassment of Riches brought to mind an elaborate version of The Historian, told from the vampire's perspective. Despite the many books that have come before, Saint-Germain's perspective is easily accessible to a new reader. I had no difficulty feeling involved." - All Things Urban Fantasy "You might compare Yarbro's style to Anne Rice in her vampire tales, where the plot is character driven. The book is intriguing."- Shelf Life on Borne in Blood "Chelsea Quinn Yarbro has created the most remarkable and original vampire since Bram Stoker's Dracula."- Midwest Book Review "Yarbro's compelling prose and meticulously researched setting combine effectively for a vivid historical tale.- Publishers Weekly on An Embarrassment of Riches "The characters are richly described and brought to life. The book's attention to details and development of characters make it a must-read."- Booklist on An Embarrassment of Riches "Quinn Yarbro is one of our finest writers and craftpersons, incapable of a slack paragraph, or a fuzzy thought. Everything is perfectly focused, everything is expertly accomplished. And the Count remains a vibrantly original character, one of the greatest contributions to the horror genre."-Peter Straub "These solidly researched novels show us a Saint-Germain who genuinely learns and grows from a fiend into a being of great gentleness, wisdom, and compassion. The series is probably the most sustained and impressive treatment to date of extreme longevity."- Minneapolis Tribune, Quinn Yarbro is one of our finest writers and craftpersons, incapable of a slack paragraph, or a fuzzy thought. Everything is perfectly focused, everything is expertly accomplished. And the Count remains a vibrantly original character, one of the greatest contributions to the horror genre., "The detailed historical knowledge characteristic of the series is evident, complemented by highly literate eroticism." -- Publishers Weekly on Commedia della Morte "Rich descriptions and impeccable attention to historical detail." -- Historical Novel Society on Commedia della Morte "A meticulous novel, An Embarrassment of Riches brought to mind an elaborate version of The Historian, told from the vampire's perspective. Despite the many books that have come before, Saint-Germain's perspective is easily accessible to a new reader. I had no difficulty feeling involved." -- All Things Urban Fantasy "You might compare Yarbro's style to Anne Rice in her vampire tales, where the plot is character driven. The book is intriguing." -- Shelf Life on Borne in Blood "Chelsea Quinn Yarbro has created the most remarkable and original vampire since Bram Stoker's Dracula." -- Midwest Book Review "Yarbro's compelling prose and meticulously researched setting combine effectively for a vivid historical tale." -- Publishers Weekly on An Embarrassment of Riches "The characters are richly described and brought to life. The book's attention to details and development of characters make it a must-read." -- Booklist on An Embarrassment of Riches "Quinn Yarbro is one of our finest writers and craftpersons, incapable of a slack paragraph, or a fuzzy thought. Everything is perfectly focused, everything is expertly accomplished. And the Count remains a vibrantly original character, one of the greatest contributions to the horror genre." -- Peter Straub "These solidly researched novels show us a Saint-Germain who genuinely learns and grows from a fiend into a being of great gentleness, wisdom, and compassion. The series is probably the most sustained and impressive treatment to date of extreme longevity." -- Minneapolis Tribune
