I, Dracula

CM Dawson presents a historical retelling in I, Dracula, centered on the Prince of Darkness during the Napoleonic era. The narrative follows Napoleon’s campaign across Europe and into Russia. A mysterious assassin called the Hound assists the Church in capturing this figure of evil. The Prince is confined within a hidden fortress, where he records his confessions in a journal. He hopes these writings will reach his brother to aid in a rescue mission. The plot deepens when news arrives that his brother has already been captured and murdered. This event forces the Prince to consider who remains to right the wrongs committed against him. The story questions the nature of justice and vengeance in a world where nothing appears as it seems. Dawson draws on gothic traditions and supernatural fiction tropes to explore themes of confinement, familial loss, and moral ambiguity. The book suits readers interested in alternate histories of classic monsters or those who enjoy detailed accounts of European conflict intertwined with the supernatural. It may not appeal to readers seeking fast-paced action without psychological depth or those unfamiliar with the Dracula mythos. The narrative structure relies on the Prince’s internal reflections and his recorded confessions rather than external adventure alone.