The Progeny: A Novel

The Progeny, I knew it would be a great read, because of course, all of Tosca Lee’s books are awesome! Seriously, the feeling of being carried away with the character of Emily/Audra and the in-depth struggle to restore the memories she went to great lengths to suppress catches you away with surprise. I so enjoyed the interweaving history of the ‘Blood Countess Elizabeth of Bathory’, her descendants and current day progeny. The excitement of eluding the Hunters and age old secret societies with powerful agendas. I could almost see the ornate old buildings, churches, and windows through the authors almost poetic descriptions. The words from Audra’s mother about how she loved the rain, as it relates to the feeling Audra has as she understands clues in a church window. I could almost feel the beat and see the colorful lights of the underground culture of the court. It is refreshing to feel the overall theme of Living Now, Being Alive in the current time, Be Alive, and to Live! This story is filled with emotions: wonder, fear, love, hate, forgiveness, friendship, and the mind battle of indecision. After the last sentence of the story…I felt bereft! The true success of a storyteller, leave your readers wanting More!