Vampires of Shanghai

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Mina Park is a vampire on the run from her powerful and obsessive creator, Lian Zhang, who rules Shanghai with centuries-old charm and terrifying control. After a brief, doomed attempt to build a life abroad, Mina is captured and drawn back into a life of oppressive expectations. What begins as a struggle for independence unravels into political conspiracy, forbidden connection, and the question of whether monsters can escape their fates.

Her unlikely ally is Javier Robles, a human donor who wades into Shanghai searching for his estranged sister. Along the way he uncovers the grim reality beneath the utopian facade of the donor system. Javier must decide how far he’s willing to go to confront the abuses of power and save those caught in systems designed to devour.

A lush, gothic fantasy of obsession, survival, and the dangerous duality of love—perfect for fans of A Dowry of Blood and Certain Dark Things.

Vampires of Shanghai is the first novel in a planned trilogy that traces a centuries-old battle for power across continents and empires. 

"Vampires of Shanghai is a captivating read that combines supernatural intrigue with rich character work and a fresh take on vampire lore. The blend of personal stakes and broader societal tensions gives the story emotional weight and momentum." - Maddi M, Beta Reader

“This story grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go... Every scene feels layered—you can feel the emotional gravity, the stakes crushing down, and you’re left hungry to see what happens next. I was hooked from start to finish.” - Sofia G, Beta Reader

Mina Park has waited years to earn her place beside the vampire who rules Shanghai. Yet on the night of her long-awaited transformation, a single omen shatters her destiny. Mina’s devotion is tested in blood, ritual, and betrayal, and her rebirth becomes something far more perilous than she ever dreamed.

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