antoineandthepiano:

Merrick (2000 – 2001) By Anne Rice.

I think this one of Anne’s best works. The pace of the novel is relentless and gracefully written. For me this novel is about David, Louis and Merrick’s spiral into a world of moral decline while they are haunted by their respective pasts. 

David’s confessional work, the reader is a voyeur in this tale:

A rare glimpse into Louis’ desperation, inner torment, lack of self control and poor judgement. An autobiographical piece for David within the context of the Talamasca, relationship with Merrick, his journey both into the savage unknown and his personal responsibility for those around him. This novel is his ultimate admission of shame and guilt; past and present. 

The photos above represent significant parts of the novel:

Merrick and David’s journey into the Brazilian jungle 

The Cave

The Jade Mask; David and the Priest apparition

Louis’ Blood and Merrick’s Binding Spell

Merrick is given the Dark Gift and Louis’ devotion to her

OOC; My gift to you forgotten-mayfair – for inspiring me every time I see you on my dash. Thank you. x