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Summary: A priceless look into human nature through a vampire's eyes
Review: There are negatives to this book, as in anything. At first I was a little put off by the writing. It seemed a tad sloppy in the beginning (but it's very forgivable--a few overused words, some stylistic concerns, probably can be attributed to the copyright date, maybe I'm just not used to the trends of yesterday).As the book really winds to a climax, these characters come to life, almost heart-rendingly so, because they do not carry about as you'd have your beloved empathized carry about. Through the eyes of the vampire Louis, we see the fire of humanity burning so strong that centuries of torment cannot quench it. Or do they? Thus the ending is not how most of us would have it, there were eventually no characters I could sympathize with, probably very true to the subject, but I'm hoping the rest of the Vampire Chronicles satisfy (and am thinking they will). Highly recommended. This should be a required (open-minded) read for anyone who calls him or herself a Christian (God is neither denied or supported, but viewing the choices of the characters leads you to make some valuable choices of your own). I'm excited to see how the rest of the series open up, as well as Rice's other books. I fear she has sunk her teeth into me.
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Summary: Was Anne Rice Trying to Scare Us?
Review: ...because after reading this book, all I could think was- Man! I want to be a Vampire! I am just a novice when it comes to vampire tales or the horror genre, but even so, Interview is right at the top of my list of all-time favorite books. Louis is an ancient vampire who is tired of living in secrecy. When a young journalist offers to interview him- we are given a tale we will never forget! Beginning in colonial New Orleans, Louis tells of his days as a plantation owner, how he met Lestat, and how his life was forever changed. Without a doubt, this is a monumental classic. It's immense popularity is well deserved! But although it is labeled 'horror', I would recommend it highly to any fan of fantasy as well, for it is truly one of the finest books you may ever get your hands on. -There are several other books in this series as well, but from what I hear, they fail to hold a candle. I only tried The Vampire Lestat (2nd book), which didn't hold my interest for very long. But like Dune or Ender's Game- the first book of this series, at least, is a must read!
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Summary: Eerie and most unsettling.......
Review: This is the book that began Anne Rice's world famous Vampire chronicles. It is an autobiography of a young Frenchman, Louis, who is changed into a Vampire during a very troubled time in his life by his mentor Lestat (who's own story is in Anne Rice's sequel "The Vampire Lestat") and has to live 200 years of a life he loathes. Louis is different from all the other Vampires in that he is quite human. He refuses to kill humans (though the urge to do so overpowers him a few times) and decided to feed on the blood of animals. He has sympathies and loyalties to his original race though they fear him, loathe him, condemn him and do not understand him. Some of the most interesting parts of the novel are his moral battles with his vampire self and with his mentor Lestat. The two of them give this "gift" of immortality to a young child Claudia who spends the rest of her existence under the guardianship of Louis. She is torn by the moral influences of Louis and the immoral one of Lestat. Eventually, together Louis and Claudia break free from Louis's web by attempting to take his life. They then voyage through Europe together in search of the rest of their kind and eventually succeed in doing so. The descriptions of the vampire's routine: wake up, roam the streets in search of a victim, ravish them and please yourself, go out in search of more and then rush back to your resting place before the Sun rises and burns you to a crisp! These are all beautiful yet ugly and loathsome. The deeds are ugly and loathsome yet the way Anne Rice describes them makes one sit up immediately and want to re-read them. I usually found myself re-reading passages big and small for the sheer beauty of Miss Rice's descriptions. This book does not have one single scene of erotic nature yet it is quite possibly one of the most erotic books I have ever read. Miss Rice knew of the sexual attraction of vampires and has exploited it to its fullest potential. How startingly well Miss Rice writes!! So much so that I classify this book as a piece of Literature. Eerie and unsettling are just a few words I can use to describe this book. Sensual, beautiful, original, scary, atmospheric, brilliant are understatements but are the only words that can begin to describe this novel. It is possibly the most gothic book I have ever read. How Anne Rice can manage to create such an atmosphere while living in a age for removed from that described is a riddle I have yet to solve. Well done Miss Rice, keep them coming!! The character of Louis is splendid, the use of language: eloquent, the ability to convey emotions: vivid. All these combine to give one of the best books ever written!! Highly recommended! This novel is what I would call the height of brilliance!! Thank you Anne!!
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Summary: Bad reader, no biscuit!
Review: I must tell you, if you wish to enjoy Interview with a Vampire,you cannot buy this audio production. F. Murray Abraham gives an execrable narration. He spends the first 15 minutes of the book giving Louis a bizarre, vaguely Eastern European accent, and then, upon reading that our vampire is from New Orleans, tries something more soft and French. The majority of the main characters are men of a youthful appearance: Lestat, Louis, Armand, the interviewer, etc. He attempts to give them different accents but does so quite inconsistenly. Their voices run together, making dialogue difficult if not impossible to follow. His voice for Claudia is bad from start to finish. First he tries a high-pitched mewling unpleasant to the ears, and then the aged voice of a 60 year-old woman, which makes it difficult to keep in mind that she always, always has the aspect of a five year-old child. After Lestat's murder, the voice given him is always unnatural, although faithful to the narration. It is bizarre and unpleasant to hear Lestat speak, although perhaps that is the one aspect that is true. However, I must admit that I liked Anne Rice's story and will be reading the novel myself soon, as I find the relationships between characters quite fascinating.
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Summary: Prepare to enter another world
Review: Interview With The Vampire is a novel that will live on through the ages, much like the myriad number of Vampires depicted in Anne Rice's compelling Vampire Chronicles. I had been aware of Interview for several years before I finally decided to give it a read... within a couple of pages it became clear to me that this was no ordinary vampire novel... this was a gateway into another world. A world so rich and complex. Expertly drawn in vivid, beautiful detail. As I fell deeper into the tale of Louis, Lestat and Claudia, I began to feel a deep yearning to be with these characters and embrace them as family. My devotion was total. It's a soulful story, filled with a longing and sorrow that has the capacity to reach deep down into the very core of our being. For as much as the surface of the story revolves around the "dead", it is very much a celebration and affirmation on the glory of life itself. For when Louis is given the "dark gift" by Lestat, he opens his eyes to the world around him for the first time... then quickly falls into a deep despair as he laments the loss of a life he never fully embraced. To all who see Louis, including the "interviewer", it's clear that he is forever punishing himself, refusing to see that he has not been cursed by vampirism, but rather he has been set free by it. It's no wonder that Lestat grows so tired and irritated by his companion's incessant complaints and depression. That's the beauty of Interview, by revolving the book around Louis as a central character with Lestat off to the side, we actually get to see Louis through Lestat's eyes. It seems that during his interview Louis reveals more than he intended. He wanted to convince the world that being a vampire is a dreadful and lonely burden... instead he presents to us all a world of indefinable beauty and magic. After reading his tale who wouldn't want to go running into the night screaming to be made one of them. Upon finishing Interview I rushed straight out and bought The Vampire Lestat, and tore through every wonderous page like a kid on christmas morning. I was in rapture. I've read every Anne Rice book since and always anxiously await the publication of the next.
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Summary: VAMPIRES, POSSIBLE OF LOVE AND CARE?
Review: That's shocking to even imagine as possible. One would never associate adjectives such as love, passsion, caring, nuturing and feeling with the evil-inspiring vampire. But this author does it with talent, making it seem as ordinary and everyday as Hanzel and Gretel. I was not intending to read this book, I usually don't like such blockbuster novels, but this surprised me. I thought it started out a little slow and progression at first was almost painful, it ended up tremendously. The abusridity and ironicness of this tale of Vampire love and despair makes it intriguing and interesting. Anne Rice does a marvelous job of character development and takes us through the birth and maturity of a young Vampire. Loius finds that thogh it takes only seconds to lose one's life; it takes half of an eternity to lose one's soul. I will probably read her other novels in this series.
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Summary: read it cover to cover and was mesmerized by the whole thing
Review: This is one of my favorite Anne Rice books. It is an entrance into the dark, mysterious world of the vampires that inhabit her imagination. My friend loaned me this book, and i am glad he did. i could not put it down until i got to the end. If you liked the movie, buy the book, it is even better. Queen of the Damned and Memnoch are better, but this is the place you want to start in Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles ;)
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Summary: Interview is a must
Review: Interview is a very enjoyable read.
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Summary: Interview with the vampire
Review: Ok i first watched the movie i loved it even though it was more along the lines of a drama then a horror movie but ohwell. I thought the book was gonna be so much more better but it wasn't. For like the beginning til the middle i really enjoyed it. Then the middle of the book....i got so bored....to much whining......but its understandable why he was but i just got tired of it.... and stopped reading it....thats why i give it 3 stars.....i'll eventually finish sometime later......
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Summary: Interview with the Vampire
Review: htis book was great. It was filled with wounderful details. The discriptoin was amazing. I would any book that Anne R ice has if it was this good. A warning to other readers watch out for the little girl(Claudia) she is spine chilling! The best part is that you never know what will happen next. It will make you afraid of the dark.
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