Birth of a Killer by Darren Shan

256 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction fantasy horror middle grade adventurous dark fast-paced
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For every vampire, the end...is just the beginning. When terrible events force young Larten Crespley to flee his home he finds himself alone in the world. Then he meets the mysterious Seba Nile, who introduces him to the ways of the vampire clan. ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 603 reviews

Moods

adventurous 73%
dark 53%
mysterious 46%
emotional 26%
reflective 13%
sad 13%
tense 13%
challenging 6%
funny 6%
lighthearted 6%

Pace

fast 58%
medium 41%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 46% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 46% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 23%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 61% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

3.97

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