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Linell Jeppsen | Detour To Dusk: A history of the vampire!
April 28, 2013
In the earliest days of man, when the saber toothed tiger stalked its prey,
another predator came into being. This creature was two-legged, and walked
upright, but could also fly, having bat like wings that stretched above it at a
span of twelve feet, or more. So starts DETOUR TO
DUSK, by Linell Jeppsen. Although this novel takes place now,
in the high woods of Washington State, everything that drives the plot line has
its origins in ancient history. Think of the giant Pterodactyl...The vampires in my novel are quite large,
standing 6'5 to 8 ft. tall. They are strong and physically perfect. They also
have gigantic leathery wings, which match their hair color and skin tone. Raul, David and Lael are among the "Old Ones." David is gorgeous, with long
golden brown hair and fierce eyes like an eagle. His sister, Lael is very pale,
with dark red hair and eyes as blue and shiny as sapphires. Even Raul, the villain of this story, is beautiful, with long blond hair that he
keeps in dread-locks that fall past his knees and mesmerizing, black eyes. In the late 1600's, a new vampire comes into being, the first of his kind.
Because the vampire, like the dinosaur, is becoming extinct, David and Lael risk
the wrath of the high vampire council, and create a vampire through the changing
of blood. It is uncertain, at first, whether the old ones will allow Raphael to
live; after all, humans are considered to be nothing more than feed-stock to the
vampire. Finally, however, the elders of the council acknowledge that something must be
done to save the vampire race from extinction. Now, with the advent of modern
man and technology, the only thing that stands between humanity and the
annihilation of the vampire race is the half-human king of the high council,
Raphael Goldhawk. DETOUR TO DUSK slips
back and forth from ancient times to present day and culminates in an epic show
down between good and evil, love and hate. You will see how Raul has become
psychotic and is consumed with hatred and revenge. You will learn why Holly
Jensen is about to become a pawn in an ancient war, and in a love affair as old
as time itself. Although these vampires don't sparkle, or live in graveyards, or indulge in
teen-age angst, they are filled with magic. They can turn into animals, and
teleport...they can disguise their wings and walk amongst mankind. They are
ancient, powerful beings...the very top of the Earth's food chain and will do
anything to survive as a species. This is dark, adult fantasy. These vampires are beautiful and deadly...they
won't make you swoon, but gasp, and run away in fear. The humans in this tale
are brave, terrified, vulnerable and strong. They are you and me. They are the
prey, in a hunt as old as time. Grab your camping gear and hunting license...it's time for a detour into dusk! One commenter will win an e-book of DETOUR TO DUSK
Comments
35 comments posted.
Re: Linell Jeppsen | Detour To Dusk: A history of the vampire!
This book sounds fascinating.
(Pam Howell 10:29am April 28, 2013)
Sounds like a good read.
(Sandy Giden 11:12am April 28, 2013)
Sounds original compared to so many of the vamp books out
there. Would love to read!
(Vicki Hancock 11:30am April 28, 2013)
This book has everything in Bram Stoker's Dracula and more. And yes, I have always been fascinated by Dracula's abilities to shift into animals or appearing in mist like form. I would love to read this book.
(Kai Wong 12:11pm April 28, 2013)
sounds instering
(Patricia Wagner 12:25pm April 28, 2013)
Hi everyone! I was out of town visiting family and just got back home- I wanted to thank you for your comments! I wrote this novel over 20 years ago and, honestly, it never occurred to me that my vampires might sparkle, or that vampires might become sex symbols... this is traditional folklore with a twist! No, my vamps don't sleep in coffins, or burn up in the sun but they DO like their blood! LOL!
(Linell Jeppsen 12:50pm April 28, 2013)
I would love to read your book!!
(Jean Benedict 1:18pm April 28, 2013)
sounds like something i would like love vampires love to read
(Denise Smith 1:58pm April 28, 2013)
wow great
(Kent Cook 2:16pm April 28, 2013)
Thank you! You know what- more mature readers (and men, surprisingly) really seem to like this novel. The people in the campground are just like you and me... normal, everyday folks who get caught up in an epic conflict. There is a lot of magic, and spirituality that drive the plot-line but the people are merely human... and sadly, no match for the power and majesty of these ancient beings.
If you have the time- go to my book page and read some of the many 4 and 5 star reviews. Also, check out the art...if you look closely, you can see the wings on Raul's back.
(Linell Jeppsen 2:22pm April 28, 2013)
Wow...I really enjoy Vampire novels and I think that this
looks to be very interesting. I totally like the fact that
it's a past and present sort of book. It's always nice to
know where one's Vampires come from.
I'll have to check this one out for sure :)
Thanks.
(Billie Gaskill 2:31pm April 28, 2013)
Thank you! Like I mentioned earlier, this novel was written over 20 years ago (before Twilight), right after I finished reading most of Anne Rice's books.
There is a more traditional approach going on with Detour that you might find refreshing.
I so appreciate your enthusiastic comments and wish everyone well!
(Linell Jeppsen 3:31pm April 28, 2013)
Vampire novels--each author has a different interpretation and each one spins a
different story. I am looking forward to experiencing your approach. Sounds
interesting.
(Sandra Spilecki 4:42pm April 28, 2013)
Yes- for sure- Actually, although I tease about no sparkles on my vamps, I really did enjoy the Twilight novels... and The Vampire Diaries- and The Brotherhood books!
(Linell Jeppsen 4:50pm April 28, 2013)
Your novel certainly sounds interesting and not your average story which will be welcome.
Hope to win a copy; I pass along my books to friends so it will get a lot of coverage!!!
(Cynthia Blain 4:59pm April 28, 2013)
HI LIN!! I CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF VAMPIRES AND ADDED YOURS TO MY
TBBL
(Linda Bass 5:07pm April 28, 2013)
WOW! Looks like a great read
(Debbie Rudder 5:46pm April 28, 2013)
Sounds great!
(Diane Chenier 5:55pm April 28, 2013)
Thanks so much! I have always loved fantasy and vampires appeal to my darker, mystical side.
I also love to camp, and one of my favorite places to camp out is Swan Lake here in the Northeast mountains of Washington State!
I am gaining a fan base here in my hometown, but some folks are ticked at me because every time they head up to the lake to fish and swim, they feel the need to check the trees for vampires... Mwuhahahahaha!
(Linell Jeppsen 6:00pm April 28, 2013)
love vampire stories
(Cindy Hunt 6:10pm April 28, 2013)
I love vampire tales and am very interested in this read
(Darci Paice 7:11pm April 28, 2013)
Love her writing and have all her books on my Kindle!
(Shirley Hicks 7:20pm April 28, 2013)
I loved this book, Linell is an awesome author of many wonderful books
(Ch'kara SilverWolf 7:32pm April 28, 2013)
Thank you so much! Now I'm all red-LOL!
(Linell Jeppsen 7:41pm April 28, 2013)
I'm not a huge fan of the vampire genre, but I would like to read this.
(Renee Grandinetti 8:57pm April 28, 2013)
I love to read this style book....can't wait!!!
(Bonnie Capuano 9:40pm April 28, 2013)
This books sounds fantastic! I would really love to read Detour to Dusk. I am a huge fan of paranormal and this one sounds different from anything else I have read. Different in a very good way!
(Annetta Sweetko 9:41pm April 28, 2013)
Sorry- I was gone for a while watching Game of Thrones! Talk about your dark fantasy!
Anyway- I really want to thank everyone who stopped by today~ and I would love to introduce you to all of my characters! There is Naomi, in Story Time and, Sara, in The War of Odds. Last, but not least, I hope you have a chance to meet Onio- my quarter/human Sasquatch!
All of my novels can be found on Amazon... and if you're bored and lonely come over to the SS Wordsmyth (a discussion thread in the Meet Our Authors Forum, on Amazon) There are wonderful readers and writers of the paranormal, science fiction and fantasy!
Thanks again! Linell Jeppsen
(Linell Jeppsen 10:32pm April 28, 2013)
This sounds different. My daughter would just love it.
(Kathleen Yohanna 10:39pm April 28, 2013)
Nice to see a story that treats vampires as more predatory species and less
cuddly friends. Interesting premise of early origins and the means taken to
survive. Should be an interesting and intense read.
(Patricia Barraclough 10:45pm April 28, 2013)
Oh, I hope she loves it! Raphael is very cool (IMHO_LOL!)
(Linell Jeppsen 10:52pm April 28, 2013)
sounds like a good read...love me some vampires!!!! thanks for the draw!
(Barbara Studer 11:10pm April 28, 2013)
Twilight novels were good but the Anne Rice series was great. I would love to read your take on the vampire. Sounds good and very interesting.
(Sandra Dickey 11:22pm April 28, 2013)
I'm always looking for a new take on this monster--I rarely tire of them.
(Janet Martin 7:27am April 29, 2013)
Great post, Linell!
(Judith White 6:41pm May 5, 2013)
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