Is Dark Prince By Christine Feehan The Start Of A Series?

Oh, absolutely — you can get 'Dark Prince' as an audiobook, and it's one of those cozy paranormal listens I keep recommending to friends. I found my copy through a big audio retailer, but it's also commonly available through library apps like Libby/OverDrive and Hoopla depending on where you live. Different editions show up now and then, so you might see slightly different runtimes or narrators; most releases are unabridged and give you the full Carpathian flavor. If you like to sample before buying, those platforms usually let you listen to a minute or two of narration to check whether the reader's voice clicks with you. If you want a quick game plan: search for 'Dark Prince' plus Christine Feehan on Audible, Apple Books, Google Play Books, Kobo, or your local library app. If it's not in your region, try checking an ebook/audiobook marketplace that ships internationally or look for a physical CD edition on used book sites. For me, listening to it on a rainy evening with tea made the whole world of Carpathians feel extra atmospheric — give it a try and see which edition's narrator you vibe with.

Honestly, no — there hasn’t been a proper TV adaptation of 'Dark Prince' released as of mid-2024. I’ve followed the chatter around Christine Feehan’s Carpathian books for years, and while the title and the series pop up in rumor mills and option lists every so often, nothing made it to a filmed, broadcasted series or official streaming release. Options and development deals can bounce around for years without ever turning into a finished show, and that’s been the story here: interest exists, but not a produced TV show. Thinking about why it hasn’t happened yet makes me geek out a little. The book is dense with inner monologue, long timelines, and intense romantic tension — all delicious for readers but tricky to translate visually without losing pacing or alienating networks that want clear episodic hooks. If anything ever does get greenlit, I’d bet a streaming service would handle it best: they can lean into serialized storytelling, keep the dark, gothic vibe, and let relationships breathe over multiple seasons. For fans, that means patience and keeping an eye on Christine Feehan’s official channels or publisher press releases, because adaptations often get announced there first. Personally, I’d love a show that keeps the poetic melancholy of the Carpathian lore, avoids leaning too hard into soap opera tropes, and casts someone who can carry centuries of sorrow in a single look. Until then, I’ll happily re-read 'Dark Prince' and queue up atmospheric playlists that feel like the show I wish existed.

Okay, let me gush for a second: the heart of 'Dark Prince' is really the connection between two people who couldn't be more different. The central figures are Mikhail Dubrinsky — the brooding, ancient Carpathian prince often just called the Dark Prince — and Raven Whitney, the modern woman who walks into his life and shifts everything. Mikhail is this centuries-old leader with the weight of his people’s survival on his shoulders; he's solemn, powerful, and haunted by the slow erosion of hope among the Carpathians. Raven, by contrast, feels alive and immediate: she's creative, sensitive, and somehow receptive to what the Carpathians feel and need. Beyond those two, the novel fills out a cast of Carpathian brethren and human allies who shape the world around them. You meet the Carpathian community as a culture — their rules about lifemates, the danger when a Carpathian loses his emotions, and the way they protect each other. The threats in the book mostly orbit that dynamic: rivals, hunters, and the tragic consequences of immortality. I love how Feehan uses the supporting characters to deepen Mikhail and Raven’s bond; each secondary figure reflects a facet of the couple’s struggles, whether it’s loyalty, grief, or stubborn hope. If you’ve only skimmed blurbs, start with those two names — Mikhail and Raven — and then let the cast and Carpathian lore sweep you in. After finishing it I kept thinking about how relationships can feel fated and frightening at the same time, which is exactly why I keep revisiting this one.

Okay, so if you want a paperback copy of 'Dark Prince', there are lots of places I’d check first. Big online stores like Amazon and Barnes & Noble almost always have paperback editions—just use the format filter or look for listings that say “paperback” or “mass market paperback.” Bookshop.org is a great option if you want to support independent bookstores; they link to real stores and usually carry popular titles or can order them. For UK readers, Waterstones and Blackwell’s are worth a look, and for Australia, try Dymocks or Booktopia. If you’re open to used copies (which is perfect if a particular printing is out of print or you like older cover art), AbeBooks, ThriftBooks, Alibris, and eBay are treasure troves. I’ve snagged bargain paperbacks there more than once. When buying used, check seller ratings and photos of the actual book, and pay attention to edition notes—some listings mix trade paperback and mass-market paperback formats. Also, local independent stores or larger chains often let you reserve or order a copy; calling ahead can save a trip.

Oh man, I love that you asked about 'Dark Prince' — such a staple in paranormal romance for many of us. From what I've seen across different audiobook stores, the unabridged versions of 'Dark Prince' typically fall into the ballpark of about 10 to 12 hours. Different publishers and narrators can shift the listed time by a bit, so it's common to see one edition at, say, 10 hours 30 minutes and another edging toward 11 and a half. I usually check Audible or Apple Books when I'm curious, because they list exact run times right on the title page. If you're planning your commute or a road trip around it, also remember playback speed. I often listen at 1.25× or 1.5× and suddenly that 11-hour runtime feels like a very manageable 7–9 hours. Abridged editions are rare for novels like this, so when you see the run time it’s almost always the full story unless the listing explicitly says otherwise. If you want, tell me which platform you use and I can walk you through finding the exact minute count there — I do this a lot when setting up my weekend listenathon.

Okay, here’s the simplest way I tell friends: start with 'Dark Prince' — it’s the very first Carpathian novel Christine Feehan wrote, and it’s the door into the entire world. Read the Carpathian (often called the 'Dark') series in publication order if you want the character relationships and the lore to build naturally. That means after 'Dark Prince' you follow the sequence the author released, because characters and references pop up later and Feehan gradually fills out the world and backstories. If you want a practical tip: read the full novels in order and sprinkle in the novellas/short stories where they’re listed on the author’s site or on a dedicated series page. Those novellas sometimes explain side characters or give little reunions (they’re like dessert after the main meal). Also be ready for older paranormal-romance tropes — the vibes, pacing, and heat of the early books can feel different from newer romances, but they’re lovingly world-building. Personally, finishing 'Dark Prince' felt like meeting a mythical race for the first time; after that I kept going because the emotional stakes and world lore kept pulling me back. If you want, I can map out the first ten titles in publication order or point to the most important follow-ups where major characters return.

Honestly, when I think about 'Dark Prince' the first thing that settles in is loneliness — not the kind you fix with a night out, but a deep, bone-level solitude that drives characters to extremes. The Carpathian males' yearning for a mate is framed as biological and spiritual: without that bond they lose emotions and color in life. That sense of existential hunger colors everything, and Feehan uses it to explore what love looks like when it's survival as much as desire. Beyond isolation, there’s a heavy thread of identity and transformation. The book keeps asking who you are once the things that made you human are stripped away — memories, feelings, even moral compass. Readers see characters wrestling with predatory impulses, the terror of losing oneself, and the hope that connection can restore or reshape identity. That ties into recurring ideas about redemption and healing: love isn’t just romance here, it’s a cure, a dangerous medicine that can either save or consume. Power and consent show up in uneasy ways, too. The dynamic between the immortal hunter and his chosen mate raises questions about agency, protection versus control, and the ethics of intense bonds that feel preordained. Layered on top are themes of duty — to one’s people, to legacy — and sacrifice: characters often choose pain or exile for others. The gothic atmosphere, the music and sensual imagery, even the minor characters’ loyalties all feed into a novel that’s as much about reclaiming humanity as it is about destiny, and I still find its emotional intensity hard to shake.

Absolutely — yes! I fell down the rabbit hole after finishing 'Dark Prince' and couldn't stop hunting for more. 'Dark Prince' is the launchpad for Christine Feehan's Carpathian saga, and there are many subsequent novels that follow other Carpathian men and their lifemates. The books keep returning to the same world and build on its mythology, so if you enjoyed the mix of brooding immortal heroes, psychic bonds, and slow-burn romance, there’s a lot more waiting for you. If you want a practical route: read in publication order so you catch the worldbuilding and recurring characters as they pop up. You can find full lists on Christine Feehan’s official pages, on reader sites, or in the listings on major retailers. Audiobooks and ebooks are widely available too, and there are omnibus editions and box sets sometimes. Personally, I like bouncing between print and audio — rereading a scene in paper after listening gives it a new flavor.