The Origin and Life Story of the Real Dracula
The Books of Dracula Chronicles
Dracula is among the best-known men in the world, yet arguably the least understood. While many stories have been told about both the real and the fictional Dracula, Foia’s account benefits from the unique perspective of a Transylvanian native. Under his pen, Dracula Chronicles finally pierces the veil of mystery that has shrouded the Wallachian king for over 500 years. The multivolume historical novel unfolds in vivid detail Dracula’s metamorphosis from a naïve prince to the ruthless law-and-order king whose deeds have spawned the most enduring vampire legend. Taking place on the backdrop of the dying Middle Ages and the blossoming of the Renaissance, Dracula Chronicles is replete with passions, ambitions, betrayals, and revenge.
Book One: Son of the Dragon
Book One of the series, “Son of the Dragon“, provides a first ever origin story of the man whose fame has survived for over 500 years and has reached even the most remote places of the planet. Book One of the series, begins Dracula’s epic journey that will ultimately see the young prince become the famed strongman, warrior, and object of women’s interest who has conquered the imagination of millions. Inquisitive, skilled at arms, and often reckless, young Dracula seeks out danger to prove his readiness to be a man. An avid reader of history and lover of languages, Dracula uses his knowledge and wits to overcome impossible odds facing him. Then, in a single impulsive step he propels himself into a hostile world capable of devouring even the strongest men.
Book Two: Empire of the Crescent Moon
Book Two of the series, “Empire of the Crescent Moon“, follows young Prince Vlad, a.k.a. Dracula, on his journey into the heart of the Ottoman Empire. Soon he comes to regret his impulsive decision to cross the Danube into the world ruled with absolute power by Sultan Murad of the House Osman. It is a world in which nothing is what it seems, and where mortal danger lurks around every corner. Away from his native land of Wallachia, where he could rely on martial skills and friends, now Dracula has only his wit to sustain him. As things go from bad to worse, help comes to Dracula from a most unexpected quarter.
Book Three: House of War
Book Three of the series, “House of War“, shows Prince Vlad, a.k.a. Dracula, stranded in the Asian reaches of the Ottoman Empire. While plotting his escape, Vlad’s friendship with Sultan Murad’s two sons gives him undreamed-of insights into the workings of the empire. As deadly dangers crowd upon Vlad, the sultan secures his safety in an unusual way. Vlad’s idea for repaying the sultan’s kindness could change the course of history.
Book Four: Death of Kings
Book Four, “Death of Kings”, shows Prince Vlad, a.k.a. Dracula, as a key player on the European political stage. Sultan Murad has embarked upon a secret gamble to replace jihād against Christendom with a long-term peace. Vlad, driven by a belief in a hundred-year-old prophecy, commits to assisting him. But his mission is beset by deadly threats from old and new enemies. When all hope appears lost, only his sense of honor and the longing to return to the woman he loves keep him going.
Coming Over the Next Few Years…
Book Five: Zahra
Coming: TBD
Book Six: Rod of Iron
Coming: TBD
Book Seven: Night Attack
Coming: TBD