A genre mash-up of alternate history, dystopian, mystery, romance and gothic fiction, Becoming Darkness is the story of a young woman coming into her own in a world of secrets, betrayals and conspiracies. It's certain to appeal to readers looking for a fresh hybrid to sweep them away!
Like everyone else living in Haven, 17-year-old Sophie Harkness is an Immune in a world ruled by vampires. She is a carrier of the genetic mutation that protects her from Gomorrah, the virus Hitler unleashed upon the world more than half a century ago. That virus wiped out most of humanity and turned 200 million people into vampires. After her best friend is brutally murdered and several attempts are made on her own life, Sophie becomes determined to find answers to what seems to be a conspiracy running generations deep. And when she questions the peace treaty that keeps her small community protected, Sophie begins to discover terrible truths about herself and what it means to be human in a world ruled by darkness.
Excerpt
From the back cover of "Becoming Darkness:
Behind me, the ashes of a world that no longer existed spread as far as the horizon. Down there, on those vast plains, there wasn't a single human being -- or vamp, for that matter. Not that anyone knew of, at least. Outside of New York, the Americas were wild and barren and might never be home to anyone again.
I thought of what I'd read in my father's notebook...for some reason, those words resonated within me as I looked out on the desolation that mirrored so much of the world in which we lived. A shiver ran up my spine, and I hugged myself.
"Now, I am become death."
Professional Reviews
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL
From the July issue of SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL: "...die-hard vampire fans will find much to be excited about. This weighty tome reads quickly and offers a new spin on the whole genre. Whispers of a second generation leave the door to a sequel wide open. VERDICT A definite addition for young vampire fans thirsting for fresh meat."
–Leah Krippner (School Library Journal)
YA Books Central
From YA Books Central: "I found this book intriguing and hard to put down. ... Murder, corrupt governments, conspiracies, and a little romance make up this wonderful concoction Becoming Darkness. If you love twists and turns, good plot surprises and are intrigued by the concept of an alternative history where vampires exists and the Nazi’s won WWII – pick this book up!"
-Joanne Mumley, Staff Reviewer
ReviewDistrict.com
From ReviewDistrict.com: "Fans of vampire-focused young adult fiction looking for something a little edgier than Twilight are sure to love Becoming Darkness from Lindsay Francis Brambles. …. Combining elements of mystery, romance, and gothic fiction, there’s something for everyone to love in this fast-paced page-turner.
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