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Fevre Dream

By: George R.R. Martin
Narrated by: Ron Donachie
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When struggling riverboat captain Abner Marsh receives an offer of partnership from a wealthy aristocrat, he suspects something’s amiss. But when he meets the hauntingly pale, steely-eyed Joshua York, he is certain. For York doesn’t care that the icy winter of 1857 has wiped out all but one of Marsh’s dilapidated fleet. Nor does he care that he won’t earn back his investment in a decade. York has his own reasons for wanting to traverse the powerful Mississippi. And they are to be none of Marsh’s concern - no matter how bizarre, arbitrary, or capricious his actions may prove.

Marsh meant to turn down York’s offer. It was too full of secrets that spelled danger. But the promise of both gold and a grand new boat that could make history crushed his resolve - coupled with the terrible force of York’s mesmerizing gaze. Not until the maiden voyage of his new sidewheeler Fevre Dream would Marsh realize he had joined a mission both more sinister, and perhaps more noble, than his most fantastic nightmare...and mankind’s most impossible dream. Here is the spellbinding tale of a vampire’s quest to unite his race with humanity, of a garrulous riverman’s dream of immortality, and of the undying legends of the steamboat era and a majestic, ancient river.

©2004 George R. R. Martin (P)2012 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"A novel that will delight fans of both Stephen King and Mark Twain...darkly romantic, chilling, and rousing by turns...a thundering success. (Roger Zelazny)
"An adventure into the heart of darkness that transcends even the most inventive vampire novels... Fevre Dream runs red with original, high adventure." ( Los Angeles Herald Examiner)
"Engaging and meaningful." ( Washington Post Book World)

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Great story and original take on vampires.

The 1800's come alive as Martin describes the era with incredible detail and romanticizes the steamboat. The character development keeps you glued to the story throughout.

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Loved it

Loved this title! Great narration and storyline. I wish it were a series. The narrator made the characters come alive and the writing makes it easy to imagine the time, place and characters.

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More George Martin is always good

Writing style of George is great and it’s nice to have a story that begins and ends in 1 book compared to ASOIAF. A great short read. Love the vampires on the steamboat, campy a bit but it’s a great time. Only slow bit was the boat chase after the vampires took Abner’s fevre dream

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Very enjoyable, great narration

I love books with history, vampires and suspense! Will definitely listen again, truly enjoyed this book

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Great story

I absolutely loved this story. As a fan of this author, I was hoping for the best and was pleasantly surprised.

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Not a fan of vampires

But this story was well written and I enjoyed it id definitely recommend it to anyone interested in racism or vampires

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Best vampire novel of all time

I will preface this with this info. When I read this book I had no interest in the author. I saw the HBO show, and assumed the books couldn't possibly be better than the stuff I was into. Until this book. I was inthralled. this fucking book yall! There is nothing else like it. I wish there was more of it! Then I found out it came out long before the game of thrones stuff!! Just wow. and now I'm neck deep in the second game of thrones book... like 60 hours in. And let me tell you. it's better than the HBO show. just buy in, and take the ride. Start here. I did.

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Wish it were a series

Conclusion wrapped it up nicely but I would have loved to have another few volumes to look forward to - great story and characters- George definitely has chops for more than just the GoT style fantasy - it’s a vampire novel that takes place in the Deep South during the days of slavery so be prepared for thematic content that could be a lot for some people.

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excellent story

would love to see this made into a multi part streaming show. one season maybe 6 to 8 parts.

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a different twist on the vampire tale

epic tale spanning decades. worth the listen and an amazing performance with scenes you will not forget.

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