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hjgatsby's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
youreadtoomuch's review against another edition
3.0
This was a surprisingly exciting little book. It had me there at the end and was shocked it was over already! Maybe my journey through this series isn't over as the last book made me feel.
mechplaysgames's review against another edition
4.0
This one was a fun, fast paced, action packed ride. A bit of an easy to expect twist but nonetheless this has been my favorite in the series so far.
litagentsaritza's review against another edition
4.0
This has been my favorite Darren book so far! It's completely action packed and because it's the turning point for Darren's hero journey, it's a fast and terrible (in the good way) ride!
What I liked about this book: Darren is growing up. He's facing decisions that alter the course of his life and those he cares for and learns what it means to be a Vampire. The codes, the loyalty, the "old-school" ways of the Vampires may seem foreign and unyielding, but they have purpose. Darren learns to fight with his fists as well as his mind and begins his growth as both a human and a Vampire. Great life lessons incorporated in this book with such vivid imagery through the Trials that you feel like you're there with Darren facing the greatest tribulations of his life!
Summary: The trials: seventeen ways to die unless the luck of the vampire is with you. Darren Shan must pass five fearsome trials to prove himself to the vampire clan - or else face the stakes of the Hall of Death. But Vampire Mountain holds hidden threats. Sinister, potent forces are gathering in the darkness. In this nightmarish world of bloodshed and betrayal, death may be a blessing. . . .
What I liked about this book: Darren is growing up. He's facing decisions that alter the course of his life and those he cares for and learns what it means to be a Vampire. The codes, the loyalty, the "old-school" ways of the Vampires may seem foreign and unyielding, but they have purpose. Darren learns to fight with his fists as well as his mind and begins his growth as both a human and a Vampire. Great life lessons incorporated in this book with such vivid imagery through the Trials that you feel like you're there with Darren facing the greatest tribulations of his life!
anonymousrival's review against another edition
challenging
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
toriedawn1's review against another edition
5.0
These books just get better and better, I love all the characters and their different personalities and im enjoying learning more about the world the author has created. I also like that although Darren is Weaker and smaller than everyone these books often show that it is his brains that keep him going, yet at the same time he is still young and can make foolish mistakes. I also suspect ive guessed how the issue that arises can be solved, cant wait to see if im correct, if I am it will make the following books even more amazing
sisyphista's review against another edition
4.0
A perfect summer read, as digestible and rich as blood to a vampire.
_dustypage_'s review against another edition
4.0
By far this book is the best in the series.
The trials are full of suspense and are fucking amazing. I love how Darren actually has to struggle to overcome them, and is pretty much fucked over after each one.
However, I have some issues with the pacing in story-telling. The mid-section wild party part is weird to be honest. I thought I was readind a tamer version of a orgy.
The twist at the end is rather illogical, but I guess it’s fine, considering this is a kid’s series.
The trials are full of suspense and are fucking amazing. I love how Darren actually has to struggle to overcome them, and is pretty much fucked over after each one.
However, I have some issues with the pacing in story-telling. The mid-section wild party part is weird to be honest. I thought I was readind a tamer version of a orgy.
The twist at the end is rather illogical, but I guess it’s fine, considering this is a kid’s series.