Reluctant Immortals

Written by Gwendolyn Kiste, Reluctant Immortals stands as a noteworthy contribution to contemporary literature. With a good rating of 3.48 out of 5 from 2,940 readers, this book has proven its appeal to a broad audience.

The book explores rich themes that keep readers engaged from start to finish. For fans of Mexican Gothic, from three-time Bram Stoker Award–winning author Gwendolyn Kiste comes a novel inspired by the untold stories of forgotten women in classic literature--from Lucy Westenra, a victim of Stoker’s Dracula, and Bertha Mason, from Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre--as they band together to combat the toxic men bent on destroying their lives, set against the backdrop of the Summer of Love, Haight-Ashbury, 1967.Reluctant Immortals is a historical horror novel that looks at two men of classic literature, Dracula and Mr. Rochester, and the two women who survived them, Bertha and Lucy, who are now undead immortals residing in Los Angeles in 1967 when Dracula and Rochester make a shocking return in the Haight-Ashbury district of San Francisco. Combining elements of historical and gothic fiction with a modern perspective, in a tale of love and betrayal and coercion, Reluctant Immortals is the lyrical and harrowing journey of two women from classic literature as they bravely claim their own destiny in a man’s world.

This 307-page volume, offers approximately 8 hours of reading time. The book demonstrates the publisher's commitment to quality literature and has been well-received by both critics and casual readers alike.

In 'Reluctant Immortals,' Gwendolyn Kiste reimagines the lives of Lucy Westenra and Bertha Mason as they navigate their existence as undead women in 1967 Los Angeles. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Summer of Love, the novel explores themes of empowerment and resilience as these characters confront the toxic influences of their pasts, represented by Dracula and Mr. Rochester, who unexpectedly reappear in their lives.

This novel is ideal for readers who appreciate feminist retellings of classic literature, fans of historical horror, and those intrigued by the cultural dynamics of the 1960s. It appeals to anyone interested in character-driven narratives that challenge traditional gender roles and explore the darker sides of love and power.