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I want mature books about classic styled vampires not the new cheesy ones, any help?

Did you read the strain?

Carrie wrote: "Did you read the strain?"

Havent heard of it but i will search it thank you :D

The Historian, by Elizabeth Kostova, is beautifully written and tells a very unique, engaging story.

I would recommend the Strain and the sequel, The Fall. Book 3 is not due out until late this year. Focuses on the perspective of non-vampires though. If you are looking for a book from the Vampire's POV, this is not it.

There is another old series written by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro about the vampire Francesco Ragoczy da San Germano. There are a bunch of books in the series. Amazon has them in paperback. These books cover his travels through thousands of years. Not the teen, love sick vampires which seem to be dominating the market now. This is old school. Try the first one, Hotel Transylvania, and see. (see Amazon review below)

This review is from: Hotel Transylvania: A novel of forbidden love (Hardcover)
If you like historical fiction, vampires and romance, you are in for a treat. Hotel Transylvania is the first in a long line of novels featuring le Comte de St. Germain, an exiled nobleman trying to survive in a world not ready to accept him. Old when Christ walked the earth, St. Germain is a compelling character presented with style, grace and a compassion. In this first novel St Germain meets the woman of his dreams. A woman compassionate enough to accept what he truly is and strong enough to embrace him.

wow sounds amazing thank you!

You're welcome!

Laurie wrote: "There is another old series written by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro about the vampire Francesco Ragoczy da San Germano. There are a bunch of books in the series. Amazon has them in paperback. These book..."

The first six books in the Saint-Germain cycle in particular are incredible. My favorite vampire series.

Blood Oath by Christopher Farnsworth might fit the bill

awesome any other suggestions, preferably in first person narrative?

I'd personally recommend the Historian by Kostova (mentioned above) it had me gripped all the way through :D Not sure if it's completely what your after but I'd also say Cirque Du Freak by Darren Shan if you haven't already read them.

George R.R. Martin's "Fevre Dream" is a great, historic take on vampires.

"Under the Fang" I heard that was a pretty good book.

"Lestat vs Predator vs Aliens" wasn't bad either.

If you want a bit of a history lesson with this type of genre, read "I Am Dracula". Fantastic read in a first person point of view.

Anne Rice is unique unto herself, the closest I've gotten to her style of writing is "The Historian." Have you read Rice's other books? I highly recommend. I read "A Discovery of Witches" but found it difficult to get through, it got a little silly in the middle of the book (no spoilers) give the book a try but get it from the library. Hope that helps.

Elizabeth wrote: "Anne Rice is unique unto herself, the closest I've gotten to her style of writing is "The Historian." Have you read Rice's other books? I highly recommend. I read "A Discovery of Witches" but fo...

A friend of mine said the same thing about Discovery of Witches. I don't know if I should try it...I had such hopes for it.

@Farrah, I dont want to get into spoilers ...well...

POSSIBLE SPOILER for Discover of Witches






her naps become monotonous along with him carrying her around.

Bram Stoker's Dracula is THE classic vampire book.

Katrdeshtr's Redemption, set in Russia, mostly in contemporary times. It was written more in the dramatic, classic style of vampires of the past. It's the first in the ongoing series, The Night Cat.

A review: "Written in vivid detail and elegant prose, the author has created rich characters with emotional depth, and provided a glimpse into the heart, soul, history, and people of Russia."

Thanks for the Recommendations. I think I'll start with Hotel Transylvania.

Red wrote: "Katrdeshtr's Redemption, set in Russia, mostly in contemporary times. It was written more in the dramatic, classic style of vampires of the past. It's the first in the ongoing series..."

Who is the author? I would like to read it =)

Thanks everyone keep the suggestions coming. :D

Mel wrote: "Red wrote: "Katrdeshtr's Redemption, set in Russia, mostly in contemporary times. It was written more in the dramatic, classic style of vampires of the past. It's the first in the on..."

The author is Red Haircrow, and there is a second coming soon with plans for more. Honestly, I rarely add in general on a vampire book thread, but I really loved Anne Rice's earlier works with vampires. I like the irreverance of Lestat, the solemn beauty and empathy of Louis and the pure need of Armand...even if he didn't see it as that. There were many other characters also that gave a piece to the all.

Katrdeshtr's Redemption was written over ten years ago, but recently published. I grew up reading classic fantasy, scifi and dark creatures who had deeper feelings and motivations than the topical.

I've not watched any of the new vampires films, except (if you include it) Van Helsing with Hugh Jackman. The anthology of stories about Van Helsing as a vampire, his possible history etc, by many noted writers was an interesting read, The Many Faces of Van Helsing. Tanith Lee's was my favorite.

When I wrote my stuff, it was as a fan of deeply intriguing views into the lives of beings whose existence stretches centuries. To me one has to respect that of vampires, most of whom were "born" long ago when violence wasn't a central, scream factor thrill of life, but something which took place to further life if necessary.

Whatever I read, I like to comprehend characters with deep thought even if they happen to be the villain. I like well-rounded works that address the "human" condition, not just present me with a quick view, a fire which will die unless given fuel again and again and again quickly. I want one that lights a fire beneath you that continues to smoulder.

I like Poppy Z. Brite's "Lost Souls". I know it's a little more contemporary (from the 90's), but it is WAY more grown up than the Twilight series; more home-eroticism, sensuality and gore. I love her stuff...

Carrie wrote: "Did you read the strain?"

The Strain was horrible. It is not a classic style vampire book. It was more of a Dean Koontz world gets infected book. Sucked big time.

Rachel wrote: "I want mature books about classic styled vampires not the new cheesy ones, any help?"

have you read the entire vampire chronicles series by Anne Rice?
1-Interview w/ the Vampire
2-The Vampire Lestat
3-The Queen of the Damned
4-The Tale of the Body Thief
5-Memnoch the Devil
6-The Vampire Armand
7-Merrick
8-Blood & Gold
9-Blackwood Farms
10-Blood Canticle

Can someone please tell me what the deal was with Lestat's mother; I never could completely finish the book but I want to know what the relationship was

Anne Rice IS the definitive vampire writer and none since could touch her. Just wish Katrina and her husbaband's death didn't turn her born again. Her books now suck.

Bibli-ophelia wrote: "Anne Rice IS the definitive vampire writer and none since could touch her. Just wish Katrina and her husbaband's death didn't turn her born again. Her books now suck."

I TOTALLY agree.

Sam wrote: "Rachel wrote: "I want mature books about classic styled vampires not the new cheesy ones, any help?"

have you read the entire vampire chronicles series by Anne Rice?
1-Interview w/ the Vampire
2-..."

I've read the all! Loved them all!

Alex wrote: "Fawn wrote: "I like Poppy Z. Brite's "Lost Souls". I know it's a little more contemporary (from the 90's), but it is WAY more grown up than the Twilight series; more home-eroticism, sensuality and ..."

Read Poppy Z. Brites' Lost Souls...hated it!

Sam wrote: "Rachel wrote: "I want mature books about classic styled vampires not the new cheesy ones, any help?"

have you read the entire vampire chronicles series by Anne Rice?
1-Interview w/ the Vampire
2-..."

Look up Michael Schefelbein's books on Vampires. They are excellent and mature and deep. He writes about 1 a year and it is worth the wait!
Vampire Transgressions is one of his books.
His vampire antagonist knew Christ...loved him..wanted him..but was rejected and now in modern days he frequents churches and monasteries...still looking for his first love. But he also is a vampire.

Check out The Last Werewolf. Just read that and was in the same vein as that but in a werewolf voice instead. That might do the trick and it was a quick read.

Laurie wrote: "There is another old series written by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro about the vampire Francesco Ragoczy da San Germano. There are a bunch of books in the series. Amazon has them in paperback. These book..."

I've read her books and they are VERY detailed and well researched. She even provides maps. Her vampire is not very bloody...but if you crave historic detail in your vampire as he travels through the ages...these stories are for you.

You may also like the "Diaries of the Family Dracul" trilogy written by Jeanne Kalogridis, which revolves around the Dracula story, starting as a prequel and continuing from there on.

Another great trilogy is "Anno Dracula" by Kim Newman, playing in different eras and including lots of historical figures, such as Jack the Ripper, the Red Baron and others.

Elke wrote: "You may also like the "Diaries of the Family Dracul" trilogy written by Jeanne Kalogridis, which revolves around the Dracula story, starting as a prequel and continuing from there on.

Another grea..."

Anno Dracula is very good. Diaries of Family Dracul sound interesting.

The lost Boys and anything else by Poppy Z Brite

Elke wrote: "You may also like the "Diaries of the Family Dracul" trilogy written by Jeanne Kalogridis, which revolves around the Dracula story, starting as a prequel and continuing from there on.

Another grea..."

I'm currently reading the trilogy "Diaries of the Family Dracul" trilogy. It's very good. Worth reading.

Rachel wrote: "I want mature books about classic styled vampires not the new cheesy ones, any help?"

You should try reading the Anita Blake seris. It by Laruell K. Hamilton. There very good. There 17 I believe. It has vampires and shifters in it. But nothing can come close to interview with the vampire.

Michael Shefelbein's Vampires are intelligent good, evil, and his stories are very unique.I love all his books.
I'm never sure about the correct spelling of his last name but look up Vampire Thrall, The Vampire Maker,etc. and you will find him.

Anno Dracula for me, I'm quite into Jack The Ripper lately. Michael Shefelbein, ?

I read and like Anno Dracula. Very good.
Michael Schiefelbein is a gay writer of vampire stories and gay novels revolving around the church and priests; since he is he studied in a seminary for 10years before he left.
I love his vampires because the main vamp is based on the vamps love of Joshua(Jesus). The vamp still loves him. but his stories are set in modern times but take place all over the world. Places and monasteries the author has visited.
So his stories are rich in detail and his vampire and other stories are very intelligent.

Jane Thank you for the info on Schiefelbein, and your recommendation. This is just an observation but vampire sensuality has been used as a door to Homosexuality or Bisexuality as in the Case of Anne Rice. but it's my Point of view that their Intelligence and Sensuality sees beyond Male or Female, mortal or immortal.

maybe something like Blood Oath by Christopher Farnsworth.
I have not read the series The Tudor Vampire Chronicles by Kate Pearce, but I have heard good things about it, it may be what your looking for.

'Dracula Unbound' by Brian Aldiss and 'The Space Vampires' by Colin Wilson are both very good, but more from a Sci-Fi perspective. Probably not what you are looking for. I'm not sure if you have read Angela Carter's short story, 'The Lady of the House of Love'. If not I highly recommend it. Angela Carter was influenced by Anne Rice, but I find Carter's stories to be tighter and more evocative.

wow - I see so many of my favorites listed here --
I started the St Germain series EONS ago and it's still going - I haven't read too many of the later books but the ones I did read I loved...
Fevre Dream, Anno Dracula and Under the Fang are all great
Fred Saberhagen has a really good dracula/vampire series that begins with The Holmes-Dracula tape
Christopher Golden's series Of Saints and Shadows
and P.N. Elrod's Vampire Files with Jack Fleming as a 1930's vampire detective

'Salem's Lot by Stephen King, one of the greatest vampire novels of all time. You could also go with the original: Dracula

I am a vampire snob. I have read a lot of vampire books. The only ones that stand out to me are Dracula and the Vampire Chronicles. The Historian was horrific. I could not finish it. I tried Twilight and could not get past the mushy Bella/Edward romance. I like and appreciate vampire romance, but there is such a thing as too much! I am excited to read the sequel to Dracula, which was written by Bram Stoker's great-great-great nephew, Dacre Stoker.

Lana wrote: "I am a vampire snob. I have read a lot of vampire books. The only ones that stand out to me are Dracula and the Vampire Chronicles. The Historian was horrific. I could not finish it. I tried Twilig..."

Have you seen the movie 'Vampires suck'. It's very funny.
I really do recommend Colin Wilson's 'The Space Vampires' and 'Dracula Unbound' by Brian Aldiss. Both are quite short but interesting takes on the theme. I think the next evolution in the genre is about due.