Book Review 07/15/2010
 
The True Blood Series - Charlaine Harris

It took me a while to start reading these. I admit I was among those who associated current books about Vampires with the Twilight loving crowd. (I will admit that my only experience of Twilight has been the first movie, but I've never felt the urge to delve further). I like my heroines with some independence, humour and awareness. Vampires, Fairies and goblins were not on my required reading list. Being urged to try one I sat down with the first of the set and tried to ignore the memories of the TV series (I liked the series, but wanted to allow my mind to be uninfluenced). One week and eight books later I was very happy to be proven wrong. Yes these books are never likely to be loved by those who submerse themselves in the literary world - they are far too readable for that.



The world manages to be believable, despite being filled with the cast of old wives tales. Vampires have issues with builders, Werewolves have dating issues and America's far right have a new section of society to hate. Sookie may suffer from the chick lit curse of having a far too active love life, but even this is treated with a tongue in cheek lightness of touch. There are small touches that stop these being my favourite ever books, but with every new book these niggles are less and less.

Four Pasties (with tassels) A very pleasant surprise. Almost like Krispy Kremes, you know they aren't Michelin star food, but they are unapologetic about it - and perfect for when you crave something bad that's oh so good.

 


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blondegirl
07/15/2010 22:00

Sookie Rocks! but you should give the twilight books a go. It's scary how much they grow on you.

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