The Nosferatu Conspiracy: Book Two, The Sommelier

An epic paranormal chase thriller set during the Battle of Arras in March 1917. The second book in the multi-award winning Nosferatu Conspiracy series is a gonzo horror mash-up of Gothic fiction, suspense-thriller, and historical fantasy that tells the shocking supernatural cover-up of Kaiser Wilhelm’s true intentions for starting World War I.=======================================================================History states that World War I was triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary on June 28, 1914, at the hands of the revolutionary group Young Bosnia.Although this is true, traditional historians fail to acknowledge the trove of recovered censored documents citing Franz Ferdinand’s murder was a false-flag operation concocted by Kaiser Wilhelm II and a veiled faction of his Prussian Secret Police dedicated solely to occult and paranormal activities.These documents state the Kaiser’s true intent was to provoke France into battle for harboring an elusive fugitive wanted by the German Empire—an enigmatic and shadowy figure known in elite intelligence circles as “The Sommelier.”Elizabeth Báthory was a Hungarian land baroness who supposedly lived under house arrest in her final years for cannibalizing hundreds of children in the early 1600s. This is in direct contradiction to redacted files obtained by MI6 citing Elizabeth Báthory was far more dangerous than her historical record implies and was also alive well into the early twentieth century.The historical accounts surrounding the German Empire’s entrance into World War I and Elizabeth Báthory’s death in 1614 are gross falsifications.This is the true story of Kaiser Wilhelm’s quest for immortality and global domination through his unholy alliance with the demi-demon Elizabeth Báthory, which ravaged northern France during the Battle of Arras in World War I.History is a lie. The truth will be exposed.

2022 Pacific Book Awards, Best Paranormal Fiction Longlisted Finalist: 2022 Millennium Book Awards

Awards/Nominations Winner! Best Horror Novel, 2023 Independent Press Award Winner! Best Supernatural Fiction, Bronze Medal. 2022 Readers' Favorite Book Awards Finalist (2nd Place)

KIRKUS REVIEWS ★ Starred Review ". . . a grand-scale storytelling tour de force . . . Few writers have the creative courage and literary chops to pull off this audacious epic . . . Gage achieves this in grand style . . . action & adventure hurtle across the pages . . . will literally leave readers breathless . . . one of the most wildly original and entertaining series readers will ever experience . . . Fans of grand-scale, genre-blending storylines like Justin Cronin's The Passage and Stephen King's The Dark Tower will cherish this dark masterwork."

"Gage excels at unsettling readers through his sharp, startling imagery...complex mythology...the tale proves an immersive and monster-filled epic...[A] rich horror story that imagines a secret occult history of Europe."

BookLife Reviews

". . . epic gothic alt-history nail-biter . . . vividly rendered . . . a mesmeric fog of decay . . . engaging, detailed accounts of inventively corrupted history . . . vigorous horror-adventure storytelling . . . zeal for research and what-if gamesmanship is matched by a talent for shiver-inducing portents. This highly particular blend of flavors will thrill readers . . . style and exciting pulp flourishes . . . A vigorously imagined vampire epic telling the secret supernatural history of the first World War."

Alysssa Avina, Pacific Book Review

"...dark & powerful . . . The world-building & mythos [in this novel] is truly incredible . . . rich & vivid imagery . . . gripping . . . an exciting read . . . chilling imagery . . . an instant classic. Haunting, gripping, & entertaining as heck . . . must-read novel of 2022! The perfect historical fiction tale meets occult horror . . . a captivating story that is not to be missed."

MidWest BookReview ★★★★ "...sinister...power-mad storylines...epic stakes...The story weaves fantasy and reality into a remarkable tapestry...thrilling for readers...this book overflows with thrilling moments and unexpected turns...enthralling...a gruesome but thrilling work of alternate history."

"battle-charged scenarios . . . high-octane occult drama . . .Vivid aerial battles . . . compelling . . . outstanding imagery and action keep paranormal history readers thoroughly engaged and on their toes . . . striking details, both gruesome & graphic . . . dialogue and twists and turns that readers won't see coming . . . complexity & lavish detail . . ."

S. McGee, Hear Us Scream

"...Offers a great deal of adventure, intrigue, blood, and-surprisingly-laughs. Filled with historical figures...the way that Gage is able to flip the actual reasons for this war is impressive. ...enjoy the ride...Gage's second book blends history and fiction in a fantastic way, leaving the reader wanting to continue...a wonderful spin on the real-life events...If you're looking for a book that is going to transport you through time in a new way...Gage has that book for you."

Ben Azarte, Cultured Vultures ★★★★.5 (Out of 5) "...a wonderful tale...scary...a well-written witch attack...Once I researched a little, I could see how clever Gage's story is and was glad to have learned so much...an enjoyable story...a fantastic climax...I look forward to [Book Three].

"Historical horror done right...fantastical spins...an entertaining mix of thriller, historical fiction, and horror...action scenes that are a mixture of thrilling & disturbing...very well done edge-of-your-seat moments...an entertaining yarn, combining horror and history into a thriller of two vampire hunters fighting a vast occult conspiracy"

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