When the Night Falls
Currently unavailable
This book is sold out right now. Leave your email — we'll let you know if it comes back, and you'll get 10% off any book today.
In stock now — readers of this book also loved:
A survivor faces new vampire hunters drawn by a documentary about his past love.
The story follows Rocky Zukas, who remains haunted by his time with Gabriel Riley. November Riley stays close, hoping for reconciliation while a documentary brings attention back to the Beach Night Killer. This media coverage attracts three vampires who move to Old Orchard Beach for the summer. They identify Rocky as a target due to his history with Gabriel. The conflict escalates as these new predators seek retribution or connection through him. November must intervene to save Rocky from their violence. The narrative explores themes of obsession and the consequences of past relationships in a modern supernatural context.
This novel sits within contemporary American horror fiction, published by Flame Tree Press in 2024. It utilizes the setting of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, to ground its supernatural elements in a recognizable coastal environment, appealing to fans of modern gothic tales involving undead creatures and media-driven legend.
📝 Description: When the Night Falls
💎 Our verdict on When the Night Falls
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
Readers drawn to the intersection of supernatural predation and psychological aftermath will find this narrative compelling. It offers a fresh perspective on vampire mythology by grounding it in the lingering trauma of loving a monster, rather than focusing solely on gore or romance. The story appeals to those who enjoy urban fantasy blends with true crime aesthetics, particularly the tension between past sins and present dangers. Those interested in how media coverage can resurrect old horrors will appreciate the plot's mechanism. It is suitable for audiences seeking atmospheric dread and complex character dynamics involving obsession, rather than lighthearted escapism or historical non-fiction.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
Rolfe effectively merges gothic horror traditions with modern supernatural fiction to create a tense coastal thriller. The narrative excels in exploring the consequences of past relationships, using the vampire invasion as a metaphor for unresolved trauma and obsession. By setting the conflict against the backdrop of a documentary revival, the author highlights the invasive nature of media attention on personal history. The atmosphere is suitably dark, focusing on the threat of new predators drawn by legacy rather than random violence. It suits readers who appreciate character-driven horror where emotional stakes are as high as physical danger. Those seeking complex explorations of love and loss within a supernatural framework will find this work engaging and atmospherically rich.
📖 Read on the blog
✍️ More books by this author Glenn Rolfe
🏛 Books from this publisher Flame Tree Press
You might also like
See more →
Have a question about this item?
Ask about the edition, condition, delivery or anything else — we reply by email or phone, usually within a day.
