Couldn't put this down well I'm hooked ...... (never mind that it took me 2 years of looking at it in my TBR pile to get to it)LOL Anita Blake is (as the cover says) Badddddddd with the capitol "B". This is my first Vampire book, I don't generally read gore but suprisingly enough it doesn't contain a lot of it. Descriptive fight scenes, gun battles, creatures of all kinds and "sort of" love story is what this quick read had to offer. I am not a Science Fiction professional reader so my review is actually coming from someone that is new to this genre it seems to me that Laurell K. Hamilton tried to mesh the world of Romance with Science Fiction and she did it (in my honest opinion) rather smoothly, don't get me wrong there is a slight reference of a "possible" attraction between 2 characters (sorry no spoilers here) but there isn't a lot of romance going on. The suspense is within the murders that are going on and the potrayal of the Nickolaus character (who reminded me a lot of the Kristin Durst role in "Interview with a Vampire")will haunt me for a day or two I am sure. The one thing that I was a little perplexed about was how did Anita develop some of her skills... but I do have faith a figure that these may be revealed in later books so I look forward to delving into the rest of the series. I highly recommend this series if you are a Romantic Supsense Reader that needs a break from the "norm". I also recommend for those of you looking for a lighter read Charlaine Harris {{Southern Vampire}} Series or if you like it action packed try Susan Sizemore {{Laws of Blood}} Series. Respectfully ReviewedRead full review
Easy review...I became an L.K. Hamilton fan with this book. It also introduced me into the genre' of the female 'otherworld' novels. I'm hooked on several different authors. 'Guilty' is what 'on-your-own-time' reading is about pure entertainment! Sometimes there's a character I can identify with other times, no. But it's still excellent kick-back enjoyment!
I bought a set of the first ten books, paperback, in the Anita Blake series by Laurell K. Hamilton a little over a week ago and was impressed with how quickly it was shipped. The books are used, but I was very pleased with the condition in which they were in when I received them. Very little damage; just the basic wear-and-tear on the spine of a few. I immediately started reading them that same day, and haven't been able to put them down since! Definately a great read and I recommend it for those who enjoy a blend of mystery, horror, and a little romance. Overall, a great product and a pleasant buying experience.
this book is the first in the anita blake series and i loved it immediately. anita blake faces so many interesting and horrifying obstacles in her daily routine and still manages to keep an extremely entertaining and admirable attitude. hamilton's descriptions can at times terrify and this combines with anita's actions supply the reader with a heart-pounding and thrill loaded read. after reading guilty pleasures you will have to admit to yourself that your only option is to continue with the rest of this series.
I love the author
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love the story line.
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This first book in Laurell Hamilton's Anita Blake series will have you itching to read all those that follow! Wonderfully written, the plot twists are just enough to keep you going without confusing you. Her characters feel like people you know. The paranormal involved becomes accepted by the reader as matter of fact. These books will appeal to readers of all genre of fiction.
I love this book because it is the original artwork cover for the first book in the Anita Blake series. I would recommend this series to anyone who has ever liked reading the Interview with the vampire series books. Laurell K Hamilton is an amazing writer and I would recommend her books to anyone that likes the super natural.
Early and exactly as described
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My friend introduced me to this series. I started reading it and I couldn't put it down! I highly reccommend this!
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