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rachelellyn's review against another edition
5.0
Moore can make me laugh like no other. This was a good one!
sheerak's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
cathybruce208's review against another edition
4.0
This is an early book by Christopher Moore, and it's not as good as some of his later work. But all the elements are there. The characters who come off as simple, but show surprising layers and depth as the story goes along. The trademark humor and throwaway witty lines. And the fractured take on the literary tropes, in this case the innocent-becoming-a-vampire-and-falling-in-love story.
It shows where my head is at, that I kept comparing this story to Twilight. Despite the fact that Mr. Moore's characters can be seen as simpletons, they show more moral development in one short book than Bella and Edward. Sort of. Anyway, I'm anxious to read the further adventures of Jody and Tommy. I gave up on Bella and Edward after the 2nd novel.
It shows where my head is at, that I kept comparing this story to Twilight. Despite the fact that Mr. Moore's characters can be seen as simpletons, they show more moral development in one short book than Bella and Edward. Sort of. Anyway, I'm anxious to read the further adventures of Jody and Tommy. I gave up on Bella and Edward after the 2nd novel.
michelleloretta's review against another edition
3.0
Took me forever to make it thru this. (It's actually a fast read - but I kept getting distracted with other more interesting books.) It's fine, silly, amusing. But, not as interesting/creative as A Dirty Job.
beillumined's review against another edition
4.0
Hilarious, adorable, and surprisingly even better the second time around. I'm a big Christopher Moore fan, and this one is no different. Far from your typical vampire story, this tale is an easy read that is nearly impossible to put down.
bucsfan92628's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ella1801's review against another edition
3.0
You know, I like You Suck better. But I did fall in love with Tommy, which I could have definitely told you would happen. Little baby writer with an awkward streak? Count me in.
Typical Moore fare, though not among the better than I've read. Though I have to say, all this may be due to the fact that I read You Suck first.
Typical Moore fare, though not among the better than I've read. Though I have to say, all this may be due to the fact that I read You Suck first.
jgintrovertedreader's review against another edition
4.0
Jody Stroud wakes up under a dumpster with one hand severely burnt one evening after being attacked by a stranger on the way home from work. It doesn't take her long to realize that she's become a vampire without any knowledge of the rules. It also doesn't take her long to realize that she needs a minion who is able to take care of her business during the day. Enter C. Thomas Flood, the Next Great American Writer. But strange murders follow the pair around and they end up battling the police and an older vampire.
That sounds all so very serious, doesn't it? This was actually pretty funny. I have to say that I enjoyed [b:A Dirty Job|33456|A Dirty Job|Christopher Moore|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1168444146s/33456.jpg|3258721] more, but I am glad I read this.
I think part of the appeal was that I read this while I was on vacation in San Francisco, where the book takes place. So I'd read about the Transamerica Building or Chinatown or Coit Tower and it was pretty cool that I had just seen them that day.
And I'd forgotten about The Emperor! I'm glad he made an appearance, even if he does travel with a Boston Terrier. (Long story. Let's just say that I consider the breed my nemesis.)
And it's been too long since I finished for me to get any more detailed than that. If you like Moore's other work, you won't be disappointed with this one.
That sounds all so very serious, doesn't it? This was actually pretty funny. I have to say that I enjoyed [b:A Dirty Job|33456|A Dirty Job|Christopher Moore|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1168444146s/33456.jpg|3258721] more, but I am glad I read this.
I think part of the appeal was that I read this while I was on vacation in San Francisco, where the book takes place. So I'd read about the Transamerica Building or Chinatown or Coit Tower and it was pretty cool that I had just seen them that day.
And I'd forgotten about The Emperor! I'm glad he made an appearance, even if he does travel with a Boston Terrier. (Long story. Let's just say that I consider the breed my nemesis.)
And it's been too long since I finished for me to get any more detailed than that. If you like Moore's other work, you won't be disappointed with this one.