Ray McMickle and the Kentucky Vampire Clan.Ray McMickle and the Kentucky Vampire Clan Steve Zinger zing·er n. Informal 1. A witty, often caustic remark. 2. A sudden shock, revelation, or turn of events. Noun 1. 1st Books ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m 1414044631 $14.95 212 pages Ray McMickle and the Kentucky Vampire Clan is a quick and satisfying story, with enough suspense to get your blood going. A loner loner Psychiatry A single young man estranged from society and family, who suffers from psychogenic pain, and tends to live 'on the edge', vacillating between aggression and depression; loners often have unrealistic goals, but are unable to work towards those goals doesn't fear being lost; it's actually quite familiar territory. The fear comes to fruition when you find an evil force that threatens to pull you in without consent or choice. Welcome to Lebanon Junction, Kentucky Lebanon Junction is a city in Bullitt County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 1,801 at the 2000 census. Geography Lebanon Junction is located at (37.836197, -85.727127)GR1. . Roy Stanich makes the mistake of venturing into a desolate old town that is known more for it's odd Woolly wool·ly also wool·y adj. wool·li·er also wool·i·er, wool·li·est also wool·i·est 1. a. Relating to, consisting of, or covered with wool. b. Resembling wool. 2. a. Worm Festival--a little event to take advantage of some quick tourism. Right from the start things go wrong, and his presence is both unwanted and very much craved. Things aren't quite what they seem in Lebanon Junction and neither are the people. All Roy wants to do is get to Meridian, Mississippi Meridian is a city located in, and the county seat of, Lauderdale County in Mississippi, a state of the United States of America. Meridian is the fifth largest city in Mississippi and the principal city of the Meridian, Mississippi Micropolitan Statistical Area. , but for some unknown reason, and by some mysterious force, he is unable to leave. Nightmares plague his mind, he hears strange voices, but nothing makes sense. Enter Ray McMickle leader of a group of vampires, servant of the Black Hand. He believes in his ceremonies, and takes great pride in making others do what he wants. But even he has his limits. Once he sets his sights on the newcomer, he threatens to remove Roy of his soul. He is a dangerous creature with the ability to spread nothing but pure evil. We are introduced to one unusual character after another. Mesmerelda is the beautiful redhead of the whorehouse, with her own secrets and stories. Scooter scooter: see motorcycle. , the bartending Rastaman, tries to help Ray but instead puts his life on the line. Milly, an elusive woman who appears whenever she pleases is linked closely to an old ghost story ghost story n. A story having supernatural or frightening elements, especially a story featuring ghosts or spirits of the dead. ghost story n → cuento de fantasmas rumor. And Smelly Jesus is an eccentric gent with the ability to see things and reeks of something foul. Between the engaging dialogue, haunting sensuality, and the darkness that plays with your mind, it's a brilliant read. Steve Zinger has an eye for honest Southern detail and true gothic style. The ambience seeps right through the pages as you read, to the point you might as well reach out and grab a handful of it. Ray McMickle and the Kentucky Vampire Clan reads with sheer velocity, enough to have you to the end in one sitting. This is an author to keep your eye on. His imagery, detail, and unique stories of vampires are exceptional. Make sure to also check out The Sab, another gothic gem that packs a hell of a punch. |
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