"The Dracula Dossier is as powerful in its imagination as it is in its dedication to historical detail and social reflection. But what's more is that its a damn good thriller. James Reese creates a world here that had me mesmerized from chapter one. With Bram Stoker and Jack the Ripper along for the ride, you can't go wrong with this book."
   —Michael Connelly

Dear Readers,

Welcome to my website. Here you'll find information about the now-completed Herculine Trilogy, as well as news regarding The Dracula Dossier, forthcoming in October '08. The Dracula Dossier is a Victorian-era thriller in which Dracula author Bram Stoker—along with some famous friends of his—tracks down Jack the Ripper. It's a marriage of fact and fiction, and I'm very happy with the result. In addition to the above blurb from best-selling author Michael Connelly, the book has already been sold for translation into Spanish, Russian, and Romanian. Look for The Dracula Dossier in October wherever books are sold.

Meanwhile, regarding Herculine Trilogy: It began with The Book of Shadows, continued with The Book of Spirits and concluded with The Witchery. Click on the cover of The Witchery to read a description of that novel, and if you care to delve deeper, there's an excerpt. There's also a brief Behind the Book section telling how the novel came to be set where it is, and a Reader's Guide for any of you caring to read the book "in company," as well as both general and novel-specific Q&A sections.

Of course, the Books tab will take you to the pages dedicated to the other books in the trilogy as well. (And for those of you keeping track, check out the covers of the two new Russian editions of Shadows and Spirits in the gallery sections, ...with newly-commissioned Romanian editions on the way.)

As ever, feel free to contact me with any other questions, comments, or critiques. It's always a thrill to hear from readers. ....But if I have any insight or advice worth offering, it's likely already included in the Commonplace Book—take a look.

Finally, join the mailing list and you'll be the first to hear about developments regarding The Dracula Dossier. I'll send an e-newsletter to the entire list—with links to excerpts, etc.—as publication approaches. Meanwhile, thank you for visiting this site, and thanks, too, for your interest in the books.

All best,
James Reese
May 2008

"It's marvelous to have one so eloquent exploring and transcending the gothic genre."
   —Anne Rice

"A classic storyteller, [Reese] uses extensive research and 19th century vernacular to expertly blend supernatural and historical."
   —Tampa Tribune on THE WITCHERY