The Real Monster

by Angel R Sanchez

Overview

Some monsters wear masks. Others wear your name.

When Detective Emily Parker is called to the scene of a ritualistic murder, she expects blood. She doesn't expect the voice of the dead whispering in her ear-or the symbols carved into the victim's skin to match those in her sister's unsolved case.

What begins as a hunt for a serial killer becomes a descent into ancient darkness. With the help of a mysterious historian named Van Helsing, Emily unearths a hidden war waged across centuries... and finds herself at its center.

But the truth is more terrifying than any myth.

Dracula was real.

And he was only the beginning.

The Real Monster is the first novel in The Mortal Coil Multiverse, a gripping fusion of psychological horror, supernatural mystery, and cosmic dread.
This is not just a story about vampires.
This is about what's waiting after them.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798317679163
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	06/05/2025
Series:	The Mortal Coil Universe , #1
Pages:	220
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Ángel R. Sánchez is a passionate storyteller who weaves mystery, adventure, and emotion into every page he writes. Born in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, his love for ancient legends and tales of human resilience inspired him to dream of worlds where courage and hope defy the limits of the possible.

His life is a testament to that same passion. After living 28 years in Puerto Rico, he moved to Massachusetts, where he balances his work as an industrial machine operator with an unwavering dedication to writing. In 2014, he brought his first literary dream to life with the publication of Linajes, followed by the poetry collection Katharsis and the anthology Coleccionando Cuentos, co-written with his best friend, Víctor L. Miranda.

Through vivid storytelling and deep emotional resonance, Ángel invites readers to cross invisible thresholds, explore the unknown, and find pieces of themselves within each tale. His inspiration springs from everyday life, from myths hidden in every corner, and from his firm belief that imagination knows no bounds.

When he’s not writing, he delves into history, mythology, and the quiet miracles revealed to those who know how to observe. His mission is simple yet powerful: to awaken wonder, inspire strength, and leave lasting marks on the hearts of those who dare to journey alongside him.

Prepare to lose yourself in passionate adventures—and perhaps, to find yourself along the way.