The Nymphos of Rocky Flats
by Mario Acevedo
Published by Rayo (a Harper Collins Imprint)
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Reviewed by Sarra Borne
Mario Acevedo has written a winner! Besides being the first in an anticipated series, The Nymphos of Rocky Flats is also the debut of this talented and funny Latino author.
Felix Gomez went to Iraq to fight for a cause, and now he's home a little older, a lot wiser, and afflicted with vampirism. While settling into his new career as a private detective--perfect for a guy who just happens to have superhuman powers--he travels to Denver at the invitation of an old friend.
Some strange things are going on at the government installations at Rocky Flats. It seems that all the female workers are turning into nymphomaniacs and nobody knows why. Could it have anything to do with the large, black truck surrounded by soldiers parked out back?
Felix vows to uncover the cause, whatever it takes, but may have bitten off more than he can chew. Between the vampire hunters, government assassins and horny women on his tail, he just may die trying.
Modernizing the vampire mythos, the author allows his monsters to face the daylight with a liberal dose of SPF 90 sunscreen. This new breed of vamp isn't against using modern technology to get the job done, even if it means blood comes out of a bag and guns are standard issue.
Watch out Christopher Moore, there's a new author on your block!
Armchair Interviews says: Action packed and full of fun, brimming with pop culture and chock full of interesting characters this one has something for everyone.