A review by itcamefromthepage
The Vampyre; A Tale by John William Polidori

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Really enjoyed this, it really lays down the track for the Vampire genre going forward, and is a compelling short story in its own right.

The writing can sometimes take a little untangling due to the age of the tale but once the core themes come to the forefront it's easy to follow.