A story of vampires, satan-worshippers and love set in 18th century Paris. The first book in the St. Germain series. First Book Club edition. Gutter code "I29" on page 251, indicating a printing in July 1978. "3262" printed at the bottom of the back inside flap of the dustjacket. In GOOD condition, bound in tan colored boards with black lettering along spine, foxed. Bright DJ in POOR condition with multiple instances of loss along all edges and foot of spine.