Books like A People's History of the Vampire Uprising by Raymond A. Villareal

A People's History of the Vampire Uprising opens with the disappearance of a young woman's body from an Arizona morgue, setting off a chain of unexplained deaths that solidify victims’ blood. As the CDC, federal agencies, and religious groups struggle to understand the phenomenon, a new epidemic of vampirism—known as Gloamings—spreads across the United States and beyond. These transformed individuals gain heightened strength and a predilection for fresh blood, rapidly gaining influence in society. The narrative follows a diverse cast, including a cynical FBI agent, a determined campaign manager, and a battle‑worn veteran turned nurse and operative, as they navigate political intrigue, societal division, and a secret terrorist threat while an ambitious businessman seeks office. This genre‑bending debut blends social‑political satire with international mystery, exploring the far‑reaching consequences of a virus that reshapes humanity.

First publish date: 2018