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raedanjourney's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
sinful88's review against another edition
5.0
In Guilty Pleasures, Laurell K. Hamilton delivers a thrilling and provocative urban fantasy that blends the supernatural with the human heart in a way that keeps readers spellbound.
At the center of the story is Anita Blake, a formidable heroine who is as dangerous as she is alluring. Her job is not for the faint of heart: she is a necromancer who re-animates the dead and hunts down rogue vampires who overstep their boundaries. But when a string of brutal murders rocks the city of St. Louis, Anita finds herself confronting her deepest fears and desires as she investigates the case and comes face-to-face with master vampire Jean-Claude.
Hamilton's writing is as bold and seductive as her protagonist, and she paints a vivid picture of a world where the supernatural is intertwined with the mundane. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and her characters are fully realized, with all their flaws and complexities. The tension between Anita and Jean-Claude is palpable, and their chemistry sizzles on the page.
Guilty Pleasures is a thrilling and addictive read that will leave readers hungry for more. Hamilton has created a world that is both fascinating and terrifying, and Anita Blake is a heroine like no other. This book is a must-read for fans of urban fantasy and supernatural romance.
At the center of the story is Anita Blake, a formidable heroine who is as dangerous as she is alluring. Her job is not for the faint of heart: she is a necromancer who re-animates the dead and hunts down rogue vampires who overstep their boundaries. But when a string of brutal murders rocks the city of St. Louis, Anita finds herself confronting her deepest fears and desires as she investigates the case and comes face-to-face with master vampire Jean-Claude.
Hamilton's writing is as bold and seductive as her protagonist, and she paints a vivid picture of a world where the supernatural is intertwined with the mundane. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and her characters are fully realized, with all their flaws and complexities. The tension between Anita and Jean-Claude is palpable, and their chemistry sizzles on the page.
Guilty Pleasures is a thrilling and addictive read that will leave readers hungry for more. Hamilton has created a world that is both fascinating and terrifying, and Anita Blake is a heroine like no other. This book is a must-read for fans of urban fantasy and supernatural romance.
eedunn18's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
It was fine. Took me a long time to get through but it eventually grew on me. Open to reading more of the series.
magikspells's review against another edition
4.0
Since I'm just now getting around to this series, it feels a little dated with some of the tech (beepers, lol). Nevertheless, I quite enjoyed the lore. I think I'll definitely read a few more as soon as I can get book two from the library.
kcrawfish's review against another edition
4.0
3.75 - this book is just trashy fun! Revisit the supernatural underground world where a vampire hunter tangles with zombies and were-rats
kitten's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
dajoyofit's review against another edition
4.0
Simply put, its "Brain Candy". Not that brain candy is bad. Brain candy is decadant and loaded with empty yet delicious calories. Books 1 - 4 are the best. I liked the fact that Anita knows how to use a gun and can hold her own. It isn't often that you meet a female character that can kick some serious ass. She's Laura Croft, Salt, and Mrs. Smith mixed in with a bit of an annoying teenager who needs to be slapped. Sorry I digressed.
I had enjoyed how the author blended supernatural elements and fantasy. I liked how she threw in vodoo and witchcraft, zombies, fairies, and vampires. She created an interesting world with layers. And the fact that Anita had her own powers (she can raise the dead) was pretty cool.
However, after Book #5 the series begins to seriously take a turn away from fantasy (especially with Book #10) and plunges into cheap erotica. I can't even say it's great erotica, because it isn't. Ms Hamiliton should stick to supernatural-fantasy writing. She's not good at erotica. It's like reading b-rated porn. Its sad. Hamilton's editor's should be run out of the publishing business for allowing her to ruin what had started out so promising.
The series was already bogged down with nonessential descriptions; like each character's wardrobe. There's like pages and pages of nothing but a description of what everyone is wearing. If this wasn't bad enough, the series after book 9 stalls and spends all it's time on the ardur, a version of a succubus, which Anita catches. Anita no longer spends time investigating and catching the bad guys, instead she spends her time on her back having sex with an array of men, instead of doing what she actually does best, being a vampire executioner and federal marshall.
Rating Updated:
I've changed my rating of this book, because initally my 2 stars were a reflection on the series and not this particular book. Book #1 Guilty Pleasures was awesome!
In reflection, it was so awesome and it's novelty made me forgiving of the authors sometimes bogged down (stop the story completely) descriptions of a room, the waredrobe of every character in a scene, and so on.
This book is definitely worth the time and money. The series as a whole is a great disappointment, so if you read, don't get too invested.
I had enjoyed how the author blended supernatural elements and fantasy. I liked how she threw in vodoo and witchcraft, zombies, fairies, and vampires. She created an interesting world with layers. And the fact that Anita had her own powers (she can raise the dead) was pretty cool.
However, after Book #5 the series begins to seriously take a turn away from fantasy (especially with Book #10) and plunges into cheap erotica. I can't even say it's great erotica, because it isn't. Ms Hamiliton should stick to supernatural-fantasy writing. She's not good at erotica. It's like reading b-rated porn. Its sad. Hamilton's editor's should be run out of the publishing business for allowing her to ruin what had started out so promising.
The series was already bogged down with nonessential descriptions; like each character's wardrobe. There's like pages and pages of nothing but a description of what everyone is wearing. If this wasn't bad enough, the series after book 9 stalls and spends all it's time on the ardur, a version of a succubus, which Anita catches. Anita no longer spends time investigating and catching the bad guys, instead she spends her time on her back having sex with an array of men, instead of doing what she actually does best, being a vampire executioner and federal marshall.
Rating Updated:
I've changed my rating of this book, because initally my 2 stars were a reflection on the series and not this particular book. Book #1 Guilty Pleasures was awesome!
In reflection, it was so awesome and it's novelty made me forgiving of the authors sometimes bogged down (stop the story completely) descriptions of a room, the waredrobe of every character in a scene, and so on.
This book is definitely worth the time and money. The series as a whole is a great disappointment, so if you read, don't get too invested.
devansbooklife's review against another edition
4.0
What a fantastic and fast paced read. I love Anita Blake and her courage. I love the world Laurrell K Hamilton has built. Being the first book of an extensive series I am hoping the world building continues. I found this to be fairly addictive and enjoyable. Violent and sexy.