Dark Prince
The first book in the Dark Series, introducing the Carpathian race and their complex relationships, blending paranormal elements with romance.
Tropes & Themes
About This Book
In the Carpathian Mountains, Mikhail Dubrinsky, the Prince of the Carpathians, faces the extinction of his ancient race due to a lack of female offspring. As Carpathian males lose their ability to feel emotions and see in color after 200 years without a lifemate, many turn into vampires. Mikhail's despair deepens until he encounters Raven Whitney, a human psychic whose telepathic abilities have isolated her from others. Their minds connect, and Mikhail realizes Raven is his lifemate, the one who can restore his emotions and prevent his transformation into a vampire.
Despite the joy of finding his lifemate, Mikhail is torn by the fear that converting Raven into a Carpathian might drive her insane, as no human female has ever survived the transformation. Their growing bond is tested when Raven is attacked by fanatics, forcing Mikhail to make a life-altering decision to save her. Their journey is fraught with tension, as they confront external threats and the internal struggle between embracing their destinies or succumbing to the darkness.
The novel weaves a dark and intense atmosphere, blending paranormal elements with romance. The slow-burn relationship between Mikhail and Raven is filled with suspense, as they navigate the complexities of their intertwined fates. The story delves into themes of immortality, the struggle between light and darkness, and the transformative power of love.
What Readers Say
Many readers appreciate the immersive world-building and the unique portrayal of the Carpathian race. Some fans praise the passionate and intense romantic elements that drive the narrative. Critics note that the repetitive plot structure can make the series feel formulaic over time. Content warnings include explicit sexual scenes and themes of dominance and submission. Ideal for readers who enjoy dark, sensual paranormal romances with strong alpha male protagonists.
Rating Distribution
Based on 14 Open Library ratings
Reader Reviews
4 curated reviewsMason Sorgdrager "Mace"
Aug 3, 2006
Alexander as it might have been...
This is a companion review to Lion of Macedon.Dark Prince takes us back to the David Gemmell reconstructed world of ancient Greece. There are a whole heap of goings-on that occurred in Lion of Macedon that led to certain events in Dark Prince, but to tell you them would ruin Lion of Macedon for you, so I won't.Anyway, this is rather a strange book. It retains some of the feel of Lion of Macedon but is completely different in many aspects. A significant portion of the novel is spent in an alternate reality Greece where mythical creatures such as centaurs and minotaurs still roam the Earth. Ther
Poisoned Blade
Jul 1, 2010
What if Alexander the Great was Half Demon? (Spoiler Free Review)
Dark Prince is the sequel to The Lion of Macedon, which is possibly the most heroically epic book ever written.You really need to read that book before reading this one.Story:Dark Prince asks the question, "What if famed conqueror Alexander the Great was possessed by a Demonic War God?" The adventure takes place among the warring states of Ancient Greece and in an alternate dimension with mythological characters like Centaurs, Dryads, a Minotaur, a Gorgon, etc... The story is action packed and features all of the intense action, commentary on human nature, and fantasy that Gemmell fans have co
B. Norwood
Mar 29, 2009
Decent Gemmell book
I would consider this to be one of Gemmell's weaker works (for reference, I consider his Troy series to be his best). It seemed to me that he "jumped the shark" a little bit when he went into the parallel universe. Granted, Gemmell has a tendency to do the "multiverse" thing but it usually works, in this case I just didn't feel that it did. Since it is Gemmell it is worth reading, but just not up to par with his usual standard.
B. Norwood
Mar 29, 2009
Decent Gemmell book
I would consider this to be one of Gemmell's weaker works (for reference, I consider his Troy series to be his best). It seemed to me that he "jumped the shark" a little bit when he went into the parallel universe. Granted, Gemmell has a tendency to do the "multiverse" thing but it usually works, in this case I just didn't feel that it did. Since it is Gemmell it is worth reading, but just not up to par with his usual standard.
