The Vampire's Assistant (Cirque du Freak #2)
Finally, something where morals do not outweigh the plot. Finally, there's evil characters who are truly evil (and not merely misunderstood). Finally, a book where death actually exists and poses a real threat.
Hallelujah.
Darren is still reeling from the events of the last book. He must cope with becoming a bloodthirsty creature of the night. He doesn't want to kill, but is finding the impulse increasingly more difficult to resist.
Meanwhile, he's becoming fast friends with a snake-boy (Evra Von), a human-boy (Sam Grest) and eco-activist (Reggie Veggie). I love Evra's personality - his dry humour combined with his outlandish snakeboyness. I wish he played a larger role in the series.
As with the first book, what first is a fun adventure, quickly turns onto a nightmare of both physical and mental anguish.
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P.s. If you read the books, I'd recommend waiting at least 2-3 years prior to watching the movie. The movie was based on the first and second book. That way you'd forget enough so you won't say, "but that wasn't in the books," on repeat.
Audiobook Comments
Well read, if a bit monotone.
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The Cirque du Freak series was incredibly popular when I was in junior high school, but after reading the first novel, I don't understand why. The characters were all very annoying and facile, the plot dragged on aimlessly and the sentences were choppy. This book was nothing special and not even worth reading.
Pickled Onions lolI forgot How much actually happens in the first two books! There is a lot of moving around, feelings.. and getting to know the characters.. and hoping they stick around or not in some cases.. Mr Tiny... I just love how no one is just evil.. even the little people do things for others out of character! There is just so much stuff packed into this book.. I still cant belive RVs arms... Lol hope he doesnt come back in the future.. dealing with Sam and blood resolution was hard
Let me just start off by saying NONE OF THIS WOULD HAVE EVER HAPPENED IF YOU WOULD HAVE JUST DRANK SOME HUMAN BLOOD DARREN! Or you could have told Mr. Tall everything that was going on sooner than later, BUT NOOOOO. #imnotcryingyouare
1. Darren Shan adds very macabre touches to his writing, and uses good cliffhangers and suspense to add to the feeling. All of the foreshadowing ("I know what's happening, and I'll stop it!"), gives you a stronger feeling,and enhances the feeling of being in the book.2. Darren Shan gives the main character (Darren Shan) lots of characterization. From his feelings on becoming a half-vampire to being Mr. Crepsley's assistant, you see a lot of anger in our kid vampire.3.This installment in the saga
Let me just start off by saying NONE OF THIS WOULD HAVE EVER HAPPENED IF YOU WOULD HAVE JUST DRANK SOME HUMAN BLOOD DARREN! Or you could have told Mr. Tall everything that was going on sooner than later, BUT NOOOOO. #imnotcryingyouare
A fun and fast-paced sequel. Ralph Lister once again gives a great performance as the narrator.
Darren Shan
Mass Market Paperback | Pages: 256 pages Rating: 4.12 | 37435 Users | 1488 Reviews
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Title | : | The Vampire's Assistant (Cirque du Freak #2) |
Author | : | Darren Shan |
Book Format | : | Mass Market Paperback |
Book Edition | : | First Edition |
Pages | : | Pages: 256 pages |
Published | : | October 1st 2002 by Little, Brown Young Readers (first published May 30th 2000) |
Categories | : | Fantasy. Young Adult. Horror. Paranormal. Vampires. Fiction |
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THIS IS NOT a unicorns-and-rainbows middle school book and I loved it for that.Finally, something where morals do not outweigh the plot. Finally, there's evil characters who are truly evil (and not merely misunderstood). Finally, a book where death actually exists and poses a real threat.
Hallelujah.
Darren is still reeling from the events of the last book. He must cope with becoming a bloodthirsty creature of the night. He doesn't want to kill, but is finding the impulse increasingly more difficult to resist.
Meanwhile, he's becoming fast friends with a snake-boy (Evra Von), a human-boy (Sam Grest) and eco-activist (Reggie Veggie). I love Evra's personality - his dry humour combined with his outlandish snakeboyness. I wish he played a larger role in the series.
As with the first book, what first is a fun adventure, quickly turns onto a nightmare of both physical and mental anguish.
.
P.s. If you read the books, I'd recommend waiting at least 2-3 years prior to watching the movie. The movie was based on the first and second book. That way you'd forget enough so you won't say, "but that wasn't in the books," on repeat.
Audiobook Comments
Well read, if a bit monotone.
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Original Title: | The Vampire's Assistant ISBN13 9780316905725 |
Edition Language: | English |
Series: | Cirque du Freak #2 |
Characters: | Darren Shan |
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Ratings: 4.12 From 37435 Users | 1488 ReviewsEvaluate Out Of Books The Vampire's Assistant (Cirque du Freak #2)
THIS IS NOT a unicorns-and-rainbows middle school book and I loved it for that. Finally, something where morals do not outweigh the plot. Finally, there's evil characters who are truly evil (and not merely misunderstood). Finally, a book where death actually exists and poses a real threat. Hallelujah. Darren is still reeling from the events of the last book. He must cope with becoming a bloodthirsty creature of the night. He doesn't want to kill, but is finding the impulse increasinglyThe Cirque du Freak series was incredibly popular when I was in junior high school, but after reading the first novel, I don't understand why. The characters were all very annoying and facile, the plot dragged on aimlessly and the sentences were choppy. This book was nothing special and not even worth reading.
Pickled Onions lolI forgot How much actually happens in the first two books! There is a lot of moving around, feelings.. and getting to know the characters.. and hoping they stick around or not in some cases.. Mr Tiny... I just love how no one is just evil.. even the little people do things for others out of character! There is just so much stuff packed into this book.. I still cant belive RVs arms... Lol hope he doesnt come back in the future.. dealing with Sam and blood resolution was hard
Let me just start off by saying NONE OF THIS WOULD HAVE EVER HAPPENED IF YOU WOULD HAVE JUST DRANK SOME HUMAN BLOOD DARREN! Or you could have told Mr. Tall everything that was going on sooner than later, BUT NOOOOO. #imnotcryingyouare
1. Darren Shan adds very macabre touches to his writing, and uses good cliffhangers and suspense to add to the feeling. All of the foreshadowing ("I know what's happening, and I'll stop it!"), gives you a stronger feeling,and enhances the feeling of being in the book.2. Darren Shan gives the main character (Darren Shan) lots of characterization. From his feelings on becoming a half-vampire to being Mr. Crepsley's assistant, you see a lot of anger in our kid vampire.3.This installment in the saga
Let me just start off by saying NONE OF THIS WOULD HAVE EVER HAPPENED IF YOU WOULD HAVE JUST DRANK SOME HUMAN BLOOD DARREN! Or you could have told Mr. Tall everything that was going on sooner than later, BUT NOOOOO. #imnotcryingyouare
A fun and fast-paced sequel. Ralph Lister once again gives a great performance as the narrator.
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