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Immortal Gifts
Novel
He lied about his identity. Two hundred years later, he’s still paying the price…
Prussia, 1841. Abraham only ever wanted to play violin. Hiding his Jewish status so he can study at the prestigious Berlin Academy of Music, the eager young man is delighted to find a patron who believes in him. But he’s mortified when his new friend turns him into a vampire… and Abraham earns the fury of an ancient antisemite who vows to see him permanently dead.
Fleeing the hate-mongering fiend across the decades, the sensitive violinist at last settles in twenty-first-century New Jersey with a mortal woman. But when he discovers his relentless tormentor has tracked him down yet again, Abraham despairs he’ll never find true happiness.
With everyone he’s ever loved at risk, can he escape the rage of a ruthless bigot?
In a complex tale woven through history, Katherine Villyard delivers a fresh and insightful twist on the vampire novel. Infusing the narrative with profound themes of love, betrayal, and the nature of monsters, she crafts an unforgettable saga of surviving prejudice that will keep readers turning pages deep into the night.
Immortal Gifts is the thoughtful first book in the Immortal Vampires contemporary fantasy series. If you like well-drawn characters, dual-timeline storytelling, and pulse-pounding suspense, then you’ll adore Katherine Villyard’s compelling read.
Buy Immortal Gifts to tap a vein of devotion today!
Author
Katherine Villyard
Katherine Villyard is an author of speculative fiction and the President of Broad Universe, an organization promoting women and other traditionally marginalized genders in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. She’s particularly known for her ability to humanize non-human creatures (from robots to vampires) and make them relatable. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her cats. When she’s not writing, she’s probably working at her day job in IT, spoiling cats, or playing The Sims. Her greatest ambition is to rule the world.
Other Publications
Broad Spectrum; The 2012 Broad Universe Fiction Sampler
Twenty-nine excerpts and complete short stories from members of Broad Universe, an organization promoting women in genre fiction: fantasy, horror and science fiction.
Fantastic Stories of the Imagination,January 2015 #224
Fantastic Stories of the Imagination, edited by Hugo and Wold Fantasy Award nominated editor Warren Lapine, brings you the very best in science fiction and fantasy. Join us as we explore strange new worlds.
Becoming: Short Fiction
Ludwig, a young 18th century Prussian nobleman, was destined for the church. A trusted authority figure betrayed him and turned him into a vampire. Now he must face an ancient evil—including an evil that has taken root inside him—and learn who he really is
Immortality has never been introduced in this way. I appreciated the heart, love, humor and tragedy that was swirled within the pages. The lengths one must go to to keep the gift a secret and the moral dilemma when you want to give it away. This stirring novel was all at once witty, gritty and surreal. I will be recommending this read to everyone!
– Tracey S. on NetGalley
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Immortal Gifts – The Sims 4 save file
Do you play the Sims 4? I've heard it called "a casual game," but I've never met a Sims 4 player with a "casual" relationship to the game. It's so addictive! Because it's my thing, I've created an Immortal Gifts save file, with the following caveats: It requires...
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Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I'm an enthusiastic amateur. When in doubt, please ask your Rabbi (or your Rabbi's spouse). Also, if I'm getting anything wrong, please correct me in the comments! (Also I am Masorti rather than Orthodox, again, your Rabbi and your...