How long have you been a vampire?
I was turned into a vampire against my will. It only happened recently. I was left to die without knowing what had happened, but I survived thanks to Talia.
Do you drink blood or are you a psychic vampire?
I drink blood, but not human blood.
What’s the worst thing about being a vampire?
The desire to drink human blood and not being able to be out in sunlight are bad, But worst is being told I shall have to kill Talia and make her a vampire. I can’t bear the thought of that.
What is the best thing about being a vampire?
I like the strength. I need it to fight the vampires who are trying to kill me, and to protect Talia.
Are there many others like you?
I’m not sure I know how many, but I sense that there are millions across the world.
Are you a magical creature or are you a different species?
My understanding is that I am a different species that came into being many thousands of years ago.
Do you enjoy being a vampire?
I’m learning to enjoy some parts of my new existence. Meeting some of the ancient vampires is very interesting and intriguing. But there are so many things about vampires I don’t know yet. I’m still learning.
How do you feel about humans?
My feelings about humans haven’t really changed, but the way I perceive them is different. I have a heightened need to protect those I love, and an urge to kill those who threaten my loved ones. It’s much stronger than I ever imagined it could be as a human.
Where are you from?
California originally, but I’m living in New York at the present time.
What is your main purpose in life?
Right now it’s to learn how to survive as a vampire and figure out the strange attraction I have for Talia. But I have a feeling there is a greater purpose for me to fulfill in the realm of vampires.
Who is your greatest enemy and why?
For now it’s the local Vampire Patron, Maron, and his flock. He’s intent on taking over New York from the other vampires and he’s after Talia and me. I’m also certain one of his followers is the vampire who turned me and left me for dead.
Do you think you can ever reconcile with this enemy?
Never. One of us must die.
Do you have a love interest?
What can I say? Talia is the one who found me and saved my life when I didn’t know what had happened to me. She comes across as selfish and cold, but she’s hiding a deeply hurtful past. She even came up with a way for me to make a living as a vampire as spokesperson for this crazy idea of a Dracula themed amusement park. I owe her so much…and then there’s the strange almost overpowering, attraction I feel for her.,.
What is your weapon of choice?
I prefer to fight hand-to-hand, but I have no aversion to swords and knives if needed.
What makes you happy?
Feeling that I’ve found a way to belong after becoming a vampire. I thought my life was over and had nothing to live for when I woke in that alley after the attack. Being with Talia and Pip also makes me happy.
Do you have a code of honor?
It’s the same as when I was a human. I always tried to be a good person, a gentleman. But I’m also learning the code of the vampires from the ancient ones and I find that gives me a sense of purpose.
What makes you angry?
Anyone who tries to hurt the ones I love.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
If I have to be a vampire, I wish I had been changed by someone who could have led me through the changes and helped me understand.
What do you think is your greatest strength?
Compassion and honor.
What do you think is your greatest weakness?
Talia
What do you think is your enemy’s greatest strength?
The ability to hurt or kill Talia.
What do you think is your enemy’s greatest weakness?
He’s overly self-confident first of all. He thinks he can control all of Manhattan and ignore the rules of the past. Worst of all, he made the mistake of chaining an ancient vampire elder in his dungeon.
Name one person you admire.
Vladimir Ivanov. But that’s another story…
I hope you enjoy this series. It’s not your typical vampire romance ,and not your average theme park!
This is part of the 3 book DraculaVille trilogy by Lara Nance
The series is available in e-book, print and audio formats. Here’s the link to Amazon:
My website: www.laranance.com
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Thanks for having me on you blog, Kate. I’m enjoying reading all the vampire interviews.