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mothwing's review
3.0
Kept my interest well enough to allow me to finish it, though the characters aren't that complex and the plot doesn't make that much sense at times. I think I am too old for this middle grade book which still strikes me as extremely dark.
mzeeks04's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
si0bhan's review against another edition
4.0
This is a truly wonderful series and I seriously recommend picking them up.
Each of the books are pretty short, so going for these collections of three stories you’re getting much better value for your money and much more fun with each book.
If you’re a vampire fan, if you want something other than vampire romance, jump on this now!
Each of the books are pretty short, so going for these collections of three stories you’re getting much better value for your money and much more fun with each book.
If you’re a vampire fan, if you want something other than vampire romance, jump on this now!
catlandia91's review against another edition
3.0
When I was younger, I devoured these novels as quickly as I could get my hands on them! Looking back at the books with a more critical eye, they don't hold up as well. I loved Darren Shan's flair for the dramatic, he really can tell a story, but his writing style is not very sophisticated. Of course, these are meant for a younger audience. I rate Mr. Shan's writing mostly on what my inner Middle-Schooler thought, but I refrain from five stars as a nod to current me. Overall, I would encourage 5th grade- 9th grade readers to dive into these novels!
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