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3.28 AVERAGE
3.28 AVERAGE
I definitely made the mistake of entering the book assuming it was like the show. There was very little the same. I treated it like it’s own entity, and I was fine from there. A good read if you can see it for its own story.
Elena is very shallow in this book, not much substance to her at all. Stefen doesn’t seem to know what he’s doing half the time, either. He seems to go back and forth from what he believes in. And of course most of the vampire lore is either cheesy or not explained well.
Elena is very shallow in this book, not much substance to her at all. Stefen doesn’t seem to know what he’s doing half the time, either. He seems to go back and forth from what he believes in. And of course most of the vampire lore is either cheesy or not explained well.
I honestly was so disappointed in these books. I watch the show that was based off these books, and I can honestly say, "the show is much better than the books." I feel as though the whole story was rushed. The romance. The plot. Everything. I didn't like how L.J. Smith wrote Elena (rude, popular), I found myself becoming easily annoyed with Elena. I didn't become attached to these characters (as I did in the show), and I found it hard to even finish the book. I rarely (if ever), say that the show or movie is better than the book; but in this case, it is true.
I mean… after watching the show I just can’t love the book. I’m just bored. Elena in the book is more annoying than Elena in the tv show. I can’t root for anyone. I think it’s because I’ve watched the show and so used to how the characters are in the show but I can’t like anyone in the book. I just want them to go away.
I borrowed this book from my neighbor with the intention of reading all 6 books before the television series started. Having given myself only 3 days to do so and being busy with other things at the time that never happened. This weekend I picked up the first book again and decided to start it. Better late than never!
I have been watching the series on CW, but I haven't seen all the episodes in full. Many times I miss the first 10 to 20 minutes of the episode. Still, I have been enjoying the series on TV and wondered if that would color my thoughts on the book. Since I already have the actors in my mind as the characters the fact that physically Elena and Bonnie are totally different in the book than the show keeps tripping me up. Also I can't remember if Meredith is in the show or not, if she is she hasn't made a very big impression on me.
Elena seems less likable in the book than the show. On TV I don't get the sense that she thinks she is the queen of the school while in the book she considers herself royalty. That said, I think she grows some and changes as the first book progresses. I am interested to see how the story progresses and how she continues to change. I also would like to find out more about how her parents died.
Stefan in the show doesn't drink human blood while in the book he does. I wonder why the change was made when it was adapted for the screen? Doe sit make him less likable or is he able to more superior to Damon if he is, to quote Twilight, a "vegetarian" vampire? Do TV executives think that is what viewers are looking for based on the success of "Twilight"?
Since the first book leaves so many questions I am very glad to have book two to start on right away.
The Struggle
I finished the second story in the series, "The Struggle" yesterday but didn't have a chance to record any thoughts. I'm not quite sure how to go about doing so without giving spoilers to readers who plan to read the books but haven't read them yet. That said, if you dislike spoilers this is a review to skip.
I can see why these stories would appeal to young adult readers, and high school girls in particular, who are able to consider meeting the man they will spend their life with in high school. Not the most realistic, but a common fantasy. (At this point I feel like I need to mention that I actually did marry my high school boyfriend, but not until after we had broken up and had a bunch of life experiences on our own. We got back together towards the end of college.) Elena seems so dead set on being with Stefan forever even knowing that he is a vampire and his forever is different than hers. She does not seem to entertain thoughts of becoming like him, just marrying him and living happily ever after. I feel pretty confident in my prediction of who is the third power in Fell's Church, but that may be because it was made too obvious. I do have some questions about Stefan's landlady and her behavior.
As I was reading a continued distraction for me is the difference in how the characters are described in the book versus the TV series. It shouldn't matter, but it is distracting. I was caught off guard by the ending without revealing how the story ended.
I have been watching the series on CW, but I haven't seen all the episodes in full. Many times I miss the first 10 to 20 minutes of the episode. Still, I have been enjoying the series on TV and wondered if that would color my thoughts on the book. Since I already have the actors in my mind as the characters the fact that physically Elena and Bonnie are totally different in the book than the show keeps tripping me up. Also I can't remember if Meredith is in the show or not, if she is she hasn't made a very big impression on me.
Elena seems less likable in the book than the show. On TV I don't get the sense that she thinks she is the queen of the school while in the book she considers herself royalty. That said, I think she grows some and changes as the first book progresses. I am interested to see how the story progresses and how she continues to change. I also would like to find out more about how her parents died.
Stefan in the show doesn't drink human blood while in the book he does. I wonder why the change was made when it was adapted for the screen? Doe sit make him less likable or is he able to more superior to Damon if he is, to quote Twilight, a "vegetarian" vampire? Do TV executives think that is what viewers are looking for based on the success of "Twilight"?
Since the first book leaves so many questions I am very glad to have book two to start on right away.
The Struggle
I finished the second story in the series, "The Struggle" yesterday but didn't have a chance to record any thoughts. I'm not quite sure how to go about doing so without giving spoilers to readers who plan to read the books but haven't read them yet. That said, if you dislike spoilers this is a review to skip.
I can see why these stories would appeal to young adult readers, and high school girls in particular, who are able to consider meeting the man they will spend their life with in high school. Not the most realistic, but a common fantasy. (At this point I feel like I need to mention that I actually did marry my high school boyfriend, but not until after we had broken up and had a bunch of life experiences on our own. We got back together towards the end of college.) Elena seems so dead set on being with Stefan forever even knowing that he is a vampire and his forever is different than hers. She does not seem to entertain thoughts of becoming like him, just marrying him and living happily ever after. I feel pretty confident in my prediction of who is the third power in Fell's Church, but that may be because it was made too obvious. I do have some questions about Stefan's landlady and her behavior.
As I was reading a continued distraction for me is the difference in how the characters are described in the book versus the TV series. It shouldn't matter, but it is distracting. I was caught off guard by the ending without revealing how the story ended.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I read the books before the T.V. series was released. The books...not so good. If you like tacky supernatural love stories...go for it. It would not be a recommendation of mine.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really like the Vampire Diaries. BUT I read the books before the TV-Show came out and I think that the TV-Show and the book have almost nothing in common. I mean I get it why the plot and some little things have to be changed in movies and TV-Shows BUT they could not even get the hair of Elena right on TV!!!
Oh...and I think that the vampire diaries is not the best book series by L.J. Smith, she wrote better ones for example Night World.
Oh...and I think that the vampire diaries is not the best book series by L.J. Smith, she wrote better ones for example Night World.
I actually got really into these. Once again got them because my friend was obsessed with them. Stefan seems quite hot aswell. I got quite attatched to the charectors. Which is sad i know but stil........