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David McK (3233 KP) rated Carpe Jugulum (Discworld #23; Witches #6) in Books
Jan 28, 2019
The 23rd Discworld book, this is really what I would term as one of the 'Witches' (Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, Magrat Garlik and - now - Agnes Nitt) novels, and is also the first to concentrate on 'proper' Vampires (or, as they prefer to be known, Vampyres (with a 'y'))
By 'proper' Vampires, I do mean vicious bloodsuckers, as opposed to the tamer variety sometimes mentioned as living in Ankh-Morpork. It also has a larger-than-usual role for a member of the clergy: this time, for a Reverend from Omniasm ("who knows he has a prayer but wishes he had an axe"), and is also - I believe - one of the first books to introduce the character(s) of Igor.
In this, the Vampires have been invited by King Verence of Lancre to the baptism of his and Magrat's baby daughter, and decide to take the country as well as the invitation. It is up to the Witches (primarily Granny Weatherwax) to stop them from doing so, raising more than a few laugh out loud moments from me along the way.
By 'proper' Vampires, I do mean vicious bloodsuckers, as opposed to the tamer variety sometimes mentioned as living in Ankh-Morpork. It also has a larger-than-usual role for a member of the clergy: this time, for a Reverend from Omniasm ("who knows he has a prayer but wishes he had an axe"), and is also - I believe - one of the first books to introduce the character(s) of Igor.
In this, the Vampires have been invited by King Verence of Lancre to the baptism of his and Magrat's baby daughter, and decide to take the country as well as the invitation. It is up to the Witches (primarily Granny Weatherwax) to stop them from doing so, raising more than a few laugh out loud moments from me along the way.
Emm Workman (9 KP) rated Soulless (Parasol Protectorate #1) in Books
Feb 13, 2018
Bysa (2 KP) rated The Chemist in Books
Sep 19, 2018
Well written with no trace of sparkly vampires, I'm sold. Kidding, it's a whole different genre.
This spy thriller was worth the read.
The characters were memorable and well developed.
The plot was solid and no holes presented themselves.
The story was well executed and it provided a nice escape.
This spy thriller was worth the read.
The characters were memorable and well developed.
The plot was solid and no holes presented themselves.
The story was well executed and it provided a nice escape.
Jennifer Daniell (108 KP) rated The Art of Seducing a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #2) in Books
Apr 10, 2018
Okay, I love Molly Harper, but this book had some inconsistencies for me. A couple of times in the book Maggie tells Nick that Vampires don't exist to her knowledge. However in the first Naked Werewolf book Mo references Jane from the Vampire novels meaning that these books take place in the same world and around the same time as the Vampire books, which means that Vampires had already been outed and (somewhat) accepted worldwide. Even if Maggie was completely sheltered from all outside media and news sources there is absolutely NO WAY that Nick, being from the Lower 48 AND a Mythological creature buff, would have not known about their existence.
AJaneClark (3962 KP) rated The Vampire Affair in Books
Oct 27, 2020
Buffy meets Mills & Boon
Another nocturne short read from Mills & Boon (Silhouette). Think Buffy the Vampire Slayer style vampire hunters, combating some nasty vampires set on taking over the world, one business at a time.
The characters are well developed, and the plot is well written. Again I very much enjoyed reading this as a break between heavier novels.
With some naughty scenes, a sassy female and a strong male lead. Michael comes from a line of vampire hunters, with some additional strength as a buy product of a relative turned vampire, overcoming his vampiric affliction. Having lost a past love to the vampires, he was reluctant to fall for Jessie... but love overcomes all.
The characters are well developed, and the plot is well written. Again I very much enjoyed reading this as a break between heavier novels.
With some naughty scenes, a sassy female and a strong male lead. Michael comes from a line of vampire hunters, with some additional strength as a buy product of a relative turned vampire, overcoming his vampiric affliction. Having lost a past love to the vampires, he was reluctant to fall for Jessie... but love overcomes all.
Dean (6925 KP) rated Buffy the Vampire Slayer - Season 1 in TV
Jun 25, 2017
Sarah Michelle Gellar (3 more)
Vampires
Great make-up effects
Cast chemistry
A kick ass series!
One of the best series around in the late 90's! Cool, slick, sexy and funny as well. It had a great mix of martial arts, horror, humour and a great cast. Check it out if you missed it.
AVGJOES (2 KP) rated Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #1) in Books
Jul 10, 2018
Vampire
This is the first in a long line of the Black Dagger Brotherhood. This book follows Wrath and Beth. Beth is part vampire but doesn't know it. Much more happens in this fresh look on vampires. I have binge listened to the first eight books in this series. They are great.
