The Bloody Kiss is a gothic vampire novel that follows Alasdair Kincaid, a young man torn between love, damnation, and destiny. After being turned into a vampire, he becomes entangled in a forbidden ritual known as the Bloody Kiss, which binds passion, blood, and prophecy. Alongside allies and rivals—mysterious witches, fallen hunters, and ancient vampires—he must navigate a world where love is as dangerous as the monsters that stalk the night. The story blends gothic horror with romance and prophecy, creating a darkly sensual atmosphere, focusing on intimacy, forbidden love, and the blurred line between salvation and ruin. The book reimagines vampire mythology through the taboo ritual of the Bloody Kiss—feeding on blood during menstruation—which becomes both a bond and a curse. At its heart, it explores what it means to love someone fully, even when that love is dangerous, forbidden, or seemingly doomed.

About the Author

Mareth Corven is a dark fantasy author whose work blends gothic romance, ancient prophecy, and the pull between light and shadow. He began his journey as a writer through poetry, drawn to the emotional weight and rhythm of language, before expanding into larger narrative worlds.

While serving in the United States Marine Corps, he continued to develop his voice, shaping stories that explore desire, fate, and the cost of power. His writing is known for its atmospheric tone, morally complex characters, and the tension between what is and what should never be.

The Bloody Kiss is the first installment in The Crimson Chronicles, a series where love and darkness are forever intertwined.