**This interview/review format was borrowed from Bookfool. She's great at it and always has the most interesting reviews :)
Give us a brief summary (spoiler free):
Circus of the Damned brings Anita back and dealing with the possibilities of having to be Jean Claude's human servant. She is also involved in a police investigation where it looks like vampires are attacking people. Trouble is brewing and of course Anita is in the middle of it.
What did you like about this book?
I liked this book because we were able to see a different side of Anita. She is struggling with her feelings for Jean Claude, trying to date, and working insane hours as always. Before she knows it she is also dealing with multiple master vampires and trying not to be killed. I also liked ending of this book even though I can't share the details with you here for fear of spoilers. Suffice it to say that it came across as more realistic than previous books.
Dislikes?
Hmm...a dislike for me is that these books can be a bit gory. "Chunks of human flesh" is a bit of a turnoff. I tend to skim through those parts but I do love the action involved in the book. It keeps you on your toes wondering how Anita will manage to survive.
Additional thoughts?
I know I'm only three deep into this series but this one is my favorite so far. I related more to Anita and I liked seeing that she struggled with her feelings over Jean Claude. Plus, as I've said previously I liked the ending of this one. I'm anxious to see what troubles Anita gets herself into next. And I almost forgot that I enjoyed the character of the new zombie animator that was introduced. Although I've already forgotten his name ;) All in all, a good read and I will be continuing on with this series.
My Rating/Recommendation: 4 out of 5; Recommended to those who enjoy dark urban fantasy.
Challenges: A-Z Challenge ("C" Title), Support Library, 100+ Challenge
**I'm planning on getting a few more reviews posted as soon as I can. I hate getting backed up and I'm already falling behind for this new year.
I really do like this series. I'm glad you're enjoying, but I'll be interested to hear what you think once you get to Narcissus in Chains.
ReplyDeleteI love the Anita Blake series but they do get gorier as they go on. lol. I still have to read Blood NOir and I see she has a new one for Anita coming out this year. I must get a move on.
ReplyDeleteShe also gets a lot more erotic, but i love reading Anita's development with the gore and sex.
ReplyDeleteJackie- I've heard that is where people either like or dislike the series. Glad to hear that you still enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteDar- I didn't realize that you followed this series. I'm interested to see if I like the next one as much as I liked this one.
NiC is where LKH starts a new story arc that takes about 3 books to really flesh out. If you can make it through NiC, Cerulean Sins, and Incubus Dreams, then the series gets back to where it was before, but still adding in the new twist.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy them simply because of the emotional transformation Anita goes through. Plus, I love the leopards.
LOL! I love her format too. :)
ReplyDeleteJackie- Thanks for the info on this series. I'll let you know my thoughts when I get to these but as of right now I am definitely going to continue on.
ReplyDeleteJKaye- I love her reviews! They are so funny and informative at the same time. I'm always stopping by to check them out.
ReplyDeleteI just love this series, especially the earlier books! Her Merry books are pretty good too.
ReplyDeleteLadytink- That's good to know! I haven't had a chance to start her other series yet.
ReplyDeletethis does sound like a good series.
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Naida, are you referring to the WeeklY Geeks post or Gone with the Wind? The Weekly Geeks (www.weeklygeeks.com) have been around for awhile. It's an awesome group of people.
ReplyDeleteThis was a good one in the series. I am glad to hear you liked it! Anita is such an interesting character.
ReplyDeleteNaida- It is a good series so far :)
ReplyDeleteLiterary Feline- How far are you into this series? Anita is a very interesting character, and I'm interested in seeing her grow throughout the rest of the books.
I am up to The Harlequin, which I haven't yet read. I admit I'm one of those who prefers the earlier books in the series to the later books, but I still enjoy the books enough to keep reading.
ReplyDeleteLiterary Feline- Interesting. This series seems to generate a lot of feelings either way. I'll be interested to hear your thoughts as you continue on as well.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to see that you're still enjoying this series, it's among the few that drive me nuts waiting for the next release! You're so right about it generating strong feelings in readers. Hope you'll continue enjoying it. :)
ReplyDeleteKimberly- I can definitely understand not wanting to wait for the next book. I'm not very patient myself which is why it is a good thing that I am so far behind with this series.
ReplyDeleteI really liked this series up until they got to revolve more around sex more than story. Can't help it though, I read them all. I haven't read any of the Merry books yet, though.
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Sharon- Thanks for sharing your opinion. I'll be interested in seeing if I feel the same way when I get a bit further :)
ReplyDeleteI haven't read one of these in forever. Actually, I think I may have left off the series at #3. They are pretty fun but I don't know why I didn't follow up. Enjoyed the review!
ReplyDeleteLliana- Thanks! They have been enjoyable reads and let me know if you get back to reading this series. There is so much controversy on some of the other books that I have to check it out.
ReplyDeleteI'm up to Burnt Offerings - in fact I am reading it this month. I have really enjoyed the series so far!!
ReplyDeleteKara- I'm glad to hear it. You are farther than me but I'll get there. Enjoy :P
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