Step into a realm where reality is far more haunting than any myth. When young David learns of a chilling familial legacy, his worldview is forever changed. Forced into an unfamiliar landscape and pursued by those who want to eradicate him, he must fight to survive while learning to accept what he is.
Jerrick Payton
Jerrick Payton is an Air Force veteran who was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He graduated from St. Martin High School in 2013 and The University of Southern Mississippi in 2018.Â
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Ever since he was a child, Payton has had a deep love for science fiction and fantasy in both film and writing. This is his first book.
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David never questioned the life he was given. Even without ever knowing his mother, he grew up surrounded by love. He was raised by his father, aunt, and uncle, the only family he has ever known.
But everything changes the night the truth is revealed.
He and his family are vampires.
Forced into a transformation he never asked for, David is thrust into a dark and dangerous reality where survival means embracing something he barely understands. As he struggles to come to terms with what he’s become, the world around him begins to close in.
A ruthless group known as Humans Against Vampires discovers his family’s secret, and they don’t come quietly.
What follows is chaos, fear, and a fight for survival.
With no other choice, David’s father makes a desperate decision to save his son, sending him away into the night, alone, hunted, and unprepared for what lies ahead.
Now, cut off from everything he knows, David must navigate a world that wants him dead… while confronting the truth of what he is becoming.
This is where his journey begins.
Tribes: Part 1 is a compelling and fresh take on vampire fiction. Jerrick Payton does an excellent job blending family dynamics, personal growth, and suspense, making David’s journey both engaging and emotionally resonant. The story balances action and character development beautifully, keeping readers invested from start to finish. A strong debut that promises more exciting installments.
A gripping and emotionally layered debut, Tribes: Part 1 goes beyond traditional vampire fiction to explore identity, family, and the lasting impact of trauma. With rich world-building and compelling characters, Jerrick Payton delivers a story where survival, loyalty, and the weight of inheritance collide, setting the stage for a powerful supernatural series.
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