Michelle Posted January 2, 2007 Share Posted January 2, 2007 In the middle of reading the second book in this series, I realised that I hadn't reviewed the first one. So, here we are... Synopsis: When it comes to a wild and seductive nightlife, Savannah has bite. Older than the United States and wealthy beyond his years, playboy William Cuyler Thorne is a vampire with a nice long undead life—one that includes a steady stream of admirers, a consistent supply of rejuvenating blood, and, best of all, a cover as one of Savannah’s most prominent pillars of society. But all good things must end. Now an ancient enemy has come for William from across the seas. It is his sire, Reedrek, the vampire who created him. And Reedrek will stop at nothing until all that is precious to William—his beautiful mistress, his stable of willing female victims, his glorious estates, and his good-ol’-boy vampire sidekick, Jack—is within his voracious grasp. But William has an arsenal of his own—one that is enhanced by the power of voodoo. And when these two bloodsuckers meet, there will be hell to pay. Review: Vampire books seem popular now, especially the various 'paranormal romance', and 'chick-lit' types. This vamp book, however, is certainly not in either category. Mind you, neither would I class it as a horror, even though the publishers appear to. William and Jack are very strong, well written characters - they are very different, and yet they compliment each other well. They're also supported by a wealth of other characters, including shape shifters. The storyline is well written, and very gripping.. you feel as if you really know these characters, and care about their outcomes. There's a clever mix of humour, blood and sex, and it'll leave you wanting more.... (I wish I was better at writing these!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilywhite Posted January 2, 2007 Share Posted January 2, 2007 I got this one for Christmas and I am really looking forward to reading it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted January 2, 2007 Author Share Posted January 2, 2007 I hope it hasn't been too hyped up for you now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilywhite Posted January 2, 2007 Share Posted January 2, 2007 Oh no, I'm really eager to read this one.... It just sounds so different from your usual vampire books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purple Poppy Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Is it very bloodthirsty Michelle? I'm a bit of a coward. I love Kelley Armstrongs stories, but I think they're about my limit as far as gore is concerned. PP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted January 3, 2007 Author Share Posted January 3, 2007 Erm... I wouldn't say it's particularly bloodthirsty, and I certainly wouldn't class it as a horror. But, it's also hard to compare it with Kelley Armstrong. (There are some rather adult sex scenes, mind you, but they fit with the story.) What I will say is that back in our old vampire thread, Mamacita said she had nightmares for weeks after 'Interview With The Vampire', but she loved Raven's book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purple Poppy Posted January 3, 2007 Share Posted January 3, 2007 Thanks Michelle. That helps. PP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted August 1, 2007 Share Posted August 1, 2007 Here's my review to add to the other... Title: The Vampire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nici Posted August 1, 2007 Share Posted August 1, 2007 Oooohhh! I didn't know this thread existed!! I love love loved this book! Excellent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted August 1, 2007 Share Posted August 1, 2007 Aha! You see! One of these days I'll get round to compiling a quick-find thread for this section, so everyone can find the reviews quickly and easily. I've just done one for the reading circle forum (far fewer books and threads to list and link up there, so I thought I'd start easy - LOL!). It's always nice to bump up an older thread that others might have missed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nici Posted August 1, 2007 Share Posted August 1, 2007 Thanks Kell!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted August 2, 2007 Author Share Posted August 2, 2007 A thread like that for here would take alot of updating Kell. Isn't that what the search facility is for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted August 2, 2007 Share Posted August 2, 2007 The search facility doesn't always bring them up though (for some odd reason). But if you think there's no need for it, it's less work for me - LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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