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MisterK (8 KP) rated Nightbringers by The Black Dahlia Murder in Music

Nov 25, 2017

TBDM's Most Progressive Album to Date (2 more)

Dark, Poetic, Violent Lyrics

Aggressive, Frantic Pace

Lyrics are (Naturally) Hard to Understand (0 more)

The Black Dahlia Murder have always been at the forefront of American melodeath. Their lyrics are dark and horrifying, albeit poetic, their pace is crushing and their songs are oddly catchy. This new album has been a step forward since their relatively safer ventures in Ritual and Everblack, turning to a choral bent with some new themes to explore. Their track "Nightbringers" is a remarkably violent foray into the mind of a vampire who hates the church and the lyrics are as always violent and sometimes vile. Other standout tracks include "Matriarch," "Widowmaker" and "Catacomb Hecatomb."

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ArecRain (8 KP) rated Steel Victory in Books

Jan 18, 2018

I wasnt sure what I was getting into when I started this novel. I havent been reading vampire novels recently simply because of how overdone and cliché they have become. However, this novel is so much more. Vampires may be listed in the synopsis, but they are only a small part of the story.

Its hard to pinpoint what makes this novel so enjoyable. The only complaint I have is how short it is. If I didnt know this was part of series, I would be heartbroken. Filled with interesting character leads by powerfully inspiring females, Steel Victory has a storyline that is a joy to watch enfold. I am already looking at book #2.

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Awix (3310 KP) rated Captain Kronos - Vampire Hunter (1974) in Movies

Feb 14, 2018 (Updated Feb 14, 2018)

Somewhat atypical late-period Hammer horror; feels a bit like a pilot for a TV show but is none the worse for that. Dope-smoking, katana-swinging action man Kronos does battle with a vampire that feeds off youth itself.

Works hard to avoid the usual clichés, with some great moments of black comedy along the way. References to other Hammer films from around the same time will please the faithful. Action choreography by doyen of swordmasters William Hobbs means that the fight sequences (especially the climactic duel) are considerably better than you'd expect from such a low-budget movie. Should have been the start of a series, but Hammer had run out of money.

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Cynthia Armistead (17 KP) rated The Becoming (Anna Strong Chronicles, #1) in Books

Mar 1, 2018

I can't remember reading any other book that focuses on a main character's transition from human to vampire. I suppose we'll see more of them, now that Stein has done so. The book is a fairly good read, but you should definitely ignore the text on the back, as it's misleading. I assume <i>Becoming</i> is the first of a series, as there was a major issue left unresolved at the end.

This is definitely <b>not</b> a book for romance fans. While there are some explicit sex scenes, there isn't much real romance. I rather liked the omission, but some folks might assume that it is a paranormal romance.

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Andy K (10823 KP) rated Fright Night (1985) in Movies

Jun 8, 2018 (Updated Oct 7, 2019)

Fright Night (1985)

1985 | Comedy, Horror

7.7

(23 Ratings)

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What would you do if a vampire moved in next door?

Young Charlie Brewster loves his horror movies, especially those shown by his hero and former B horror star, Peter Vincent. Imagine his surprise when he sees a strange man move in next door, coffin and all. Then, young girls in the neighborhood start disappearing. What is Charlie to do?

I couldn't get enough of this film when I was a teen, partially because I love campy horror movies and I also love Roddy McDowall so it was an amazing combination. The plotline, characters and special effects were great and there was never a dull moment.

Those campy horror fans should check it out.

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Michelle (114 KP) rated Bonded in Blood in Books

Sep 3, 2018

Bonded in Blood

L. Gene Brown, L. Ann | 2017 | Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy

8.5

(8 Ratings)

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Bonded By Blood

I won this book in a giveaway and really enjoyed the book, not just due to the genre of the book. This book hooked me from the start as I could hardly put it down, which is unusual for me as I find it hard to find a book I really enjoy both actual book form and also e book.

Vampire novels and fantasy are my favourite of all the books I read so this book was right up my street. The characters well written I could relate to their peril and outcome. What they had to go through in order to survive.

Would recommend this book to anyone who likes this or similar genres.