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Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter #11-15
Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter Collection 11-15
The #1 New York Times bestselling author who "just keeps getting better and better" (St. Louis Post-Dispatch) presents five novels in her sensational supernatural series featuring Anita Blake, federal marshal and vampire hunter. Cerulean Sins, Incubus Dreams, Micah, Danse Macabre, The Harlequin
2624 pages
First published October 25, 2011
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About the author
Laurell K. Hamilton
422 books25.7k followersLaurell K. Hamilton is one of the leading writers of paranormal fiction. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, Hamilton writes the popular Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter novels and the Meredith Gentry series. She is also the creator of a bestselling comic book series based on her Anita Blake novels and published by Marvel Comics. Hamilton is a full-time writer and lives in the suburbs of St. Louis with her family.
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November 21, 2019
Not for the faint of heart
A series that once started as an animator (person who can raise zombies) solving crimes dealing with "monsters" (lycanthropes like werewolves and shifters, vampires, even a demon and fae once. Well like any story with evolving characters things change some good some not so good.
Anita is growing more powerful and how she handles, deals and comes to grip with all those changes make some interesting reading.
Very action packed with mystery, danger, sex, violence, sex (oh yes needs to be mentioned again) and so much more.
Some things may trigger some readers, such as violence, rape, death, BDSM, child abuse, and so much more when characters flash back or action scenes.
A series that once started as an animator (person who can raise zombies) solving crimes dealing with "monsters" (lycanthropes like werewolves and shifters, vampires, even a demon and fae once. Well like any story with evolving characters things change some good some not so good.
Anita is growing more powerful and how she handles, deals and comes to grip with all those changes make some interesting reading.
Very action packed with mystery, danger, sex, violence, sex (oh yes needs to be mentioned again) and so much more.
Some things may trigger some readers, such as violence, rape, death, BDSM, child abuse, and so much more when characters flash back or action scenes.
July 6, 2017
Anita's story continues
The first 5 books are still my favorites. Books 11-15 include all the regular characters plus many new ones. In my opinion, too much time spent on on relationship angst and sex, not enough focus on character development and plot. Not that this will slow me down as I continue the series because there are enough fascinating characters and plot twists to keep me hooked.
The first 5 books are still my favorites. Books 11-15 include all the regular characters plus many new ones. In my opinion, too much time spent on on relationship angst and sex, not enough focus on character development and plot. Not that this will slow me down as I continue the series because there are enough fascinating characters and plot twists to keep me hooked.
May 4, 2021
Ugh
There is so much not plot (I said what I said) to skip it makes reading these books painful. Eight pages of sex was fun at first I even cheered for her since Anita can be the most annoying person to read, but it's too much. Cant stop now 😤 in too deep
There is so much not plot (I said what I said) to skip it makes reading these books painful. Eight pages of sex was fun at first I even cheered for her since Anita can be the most annoying person to read, but it's too much. Cant stop now 😤 in too deep
April 30, 2022
If Game of Thrones, Twilight and Tombraider had a baby, then the outcome would be the Anita Blake series. I have been taken over by this series. Like any good book, I simply cannot put it down. As soon as I finish one, I pick up the next. There are a variety of issues within that leave me frustrated and angry with the author: Anita’s character (the main character) is often stubborn, naive and often comes across dumb. I know the author needs a way to explain things to the readers, but I REALLY wish she went a different direction to educate us. Every time Anita asks “what does that mean?,” I want to slap her. I picture her being a blonde, using a dog’s head tilt, and that’s not what the character is supposed to relate at all. I constantly feel like I am 10 steps ahead of the writing, although I will say that Laurel surprises me every now and then. I have a lot of complaints AND compliments for these, but I don’t want to spoil it. I will say that Micah was incredibly disappointing in that it was only 12 chapters long. That’s not even a book! What in the world was the publisher even thinking by publishing it? The whole book tasted like a regret, and I could almost feel the author’s boredom. To where she gets to chapter 11 and decides to throw in the towel. Why print it at all? I was left confused and disappointed. Other than that, if you like vampires and dark supernatural, and you love risky sex, this is definitely the series for you!
November 25, 2020
Storyline went where I didn’t like at all!
This set of books in the series really creeped me out. I had to stop and take breaks from it, which I never do. The plot in these books went very Dark, and I felt like I need my brain washed out after reading all the pornographic descriptions and situations. I’m sad that these books went where I’ve never seen a book go plus the explicit descriptions of sexual acts! I’m nervous to buy the next set of this series. If the books are as bad as this set, I’m not reading them. I love that Anita is an amazing strong willed woman, and such a strong character. But this set of books in the series ruined it for me.
This set of books in the series really creeped me out. I had to stop and take breaks from it, which I never do. The plot in these books went very Dark, and I felt like I need my brain washed out after reading all the pornographic descriptions and situations. I’m sad that these books went where I’ve never seen a book go plus the explicit descriptions of sexual acts! I’m nervous to buy the next set of this series. If the books are as bad as this set, I’m not reading them. I love that Anita is an amazing strong willed woman, and such a strong character. But this set of books in the series ruined it for me.
December 10, 2023
Very busy Harlequins indeed
This review covers all five books to some extent, while avoiding spoilers & being rather flavored by the last book.
Anita has been seriously trying to take the parts of her life that work while minimizing the rest. We do meet the mysterious and lethal Harlequin but some characters are unable to either see or process the sight. Anita is gaining in power and abilities, but fears that her grasp won’t be sufficient for the events & enemies that are trying to destroy her. She’s getting more able to gain insight into what things are affecting her but is still frustrated with her responses to them.
This review covers all five books to some extent, while avoiding spoilers & being rather flavored by the last book.
Anita has been seriously trying to take the parts of her life that work while minimizing the rest. We do meet the mysterious and lethal Harlequin but some characters are unable to either see or process the sight. Anita is gaining in power and abilities, but fears that her grasp won’t be sufficient for the events & enemies that are trying to destroy her. She’s getting more able to gain insight into what things are affecting her but is still frustrated with her responses to them.
April 27, 2019
DO NOT buy this collection....
If you are like me and purchase the audio book along with the book. It is not possible to get the discount audios for each book. Normally, for example, if I had purchased Incubus Dreams, it would be $7.99 for the book and $7.49 for the audio. Hmmm, I have Incubus in the batch of book format and the freaking audio is $45+!!!!! as it is considered a new ourchase. Incredibly disappointed as audio is important as I am disabled and unable to hold books for long periods.
If you are like me and purchase the audio book along with the book. It is not possible to get the discount audios for each book. Normally, for example, if I had purchased Incubus Dreams, it would be $7.99 for the book and $7.49 for the audio. Hmmm, I have Incubus in the batch of book format and the freaking audio is $45+!!!!! as it is considered a new ourchase. Incredibly disappointed as audio is important as I am disabled and unable to hold books for long periods.
November 12, 2019
These books never disappoint
As always, Laurell K. Hamilton's books never disappoint and leave me wanting to read more. Amazing storylines that seem so realistic, so descriptive that you can visualise the scenes in your head. Love Anita Blake's kickass, strong willed attitude. Keep the books coming! Maybe one year they will start making movies out of the series.
As always, Laurell K. Hamilton's books never disappoint and leave me wanting to read more. Amazing storylines that seem so realistic, so descriptive that you can visualise the scenes in your head. Love Anita Blake's kickass, strong willed attitude. Keep the books coming! Maybe one year they will start making movies out of the series.
April 12, 2018
Great series!
I',m hooked on this series and it's author. I love the kick-,a.. heroine, the non-stop action, the complex characters and relationships, and.the unique world view. I think this series is well worth reading.
I',m hooked on this series and it's author. I love the kick-,a.. heroine, the non-stop action, the complex characters and relationships, and.the unique world view. I think this series is well worth reading.
April 2, 2018
Another great installment
Fast paced and gripping. Grips you by the collar and holds you there all the way until the end. Leaves you begging for more !
Fast paced and gripping. Grips you by the collar and holds you there all the way until the end. Leaves you begging for more !
May 29, 2019
Vampires and serial killers
Still a great book but too much sex and not enough action. Anita didn’t even raise any zombies, kinda disappointed.
Still a great book but too much sex and not enough action. Anita didn’t even raise any zombies, kinda disappointed.
December 3, 2019
Love it
Love the characters all of them sorry for the ones lost for the new ones
The story line
All the books
Love the characters all of them sorry for the ones lost for the new ones
The story line
All the books
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July 25, 2021
Amazing
It's been years since I have read this series and it never fails to entertain. The story lines keep things interesting and complicated.
It's been years since I have read this series and it never fails to entertain. The story lines keep things interesting and complicated.
October 16, 2021
Hot fire
Absolutely amazing! I’m addicted and refuse to give up these books! Still can’t believe it’s my first time around! Definitely won’t be my last!
Absolutely amazing! I’m addicted and refuse to give up these books! Still can’t believe it’s my first time around! Definitely won’t be my last!
April 13, 2024
A lot of sex not for the faint of heart.
April 28, 2024
Wow. so much action
It was amazing. Once you start you are hooked. Cannot turn the page fast enough. Enjoyed every minute. A must read !!!
It was amazing. Once you start you are hooked. Cannot turn the page fast enough. Enjoyed every minute. A must read !!!
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May 23, 2024Laurell is always a fave
It's hard for me to sum up each book. I like that Anita is talking with Peter. After all he's been through, she's the best.
It's hard for me to sum up each book. I like that Anita is talking with Peter. After all he's been through, she's the best.
September 11, 2024
2023: Exciting adventures
January 17, 2015
Always amazing!
Anita's world is our world, with a twist. I know St. Louis and can picture where the action is taking place. I love that! If you're this far into the series and like me then they aren't characters anymore, they are, well, "people" that you know. Hamilton's ability to give us this totally believable world and this cast of characters that we know, some back to childhood, is a rare and remarkable gift. She's made me care about these people and I will say here that if anything ever happens to Nathaniel I may never recover! Just read her books, okay? Check out the Merry Gentry series too-it's addictive as well. I'll keep reading them as long as she keeps writing them. Well, as long as Nathaniel is okay.
Anita's world is our world, with a twist. I know St. Louis and can picture where the action is taking place. I love that! If you're this far into the series and like me then they aren't characters anymore, they are, well, "people" that you know. Hamilton's ability to give us this totally believable world and this cast of characters that we know, some back to childhood, is a rare and remarkable gift. She's made me care about these people and I will say here that if anything ever happens to Nathaniel I may never recover! Just read her books, okay? Check out the Merry Gentry series too-it's addictive as well. I'll keep reading them as long as she keeps writing them. Well, as long as Nathaniel is okay.
March 24, 2016
Typos.
I reviewed each book individually, but read the omnibus, and the omnibus had typos. She seems to have an issue with homonyms. I can't remember the word I'm thinking of that specifically stood out so starkly, but it was an interesting substitution. Also, than/then. Meh.
2016-03-23
I reviewed each book individually, but read the omnibus, and the omnibus had typos. She seems to have an issue with homonyms. I can't remember the word I'm thinking of that specifically stood out so starkly, but it was an interesting substitution. Also, than/then. Meh.
2016-03-23
March 14, 2015
I love this series soooooo much! I wish it never ends
July 7, 2016
I love Anita but since I checked this out of the library I had to read the whole thing a nd I got a little burned out. I recommend reading them all but with a break in between.
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July 19, 2017Some of the earlier volumes were too focused on the sexual relationships... the later books were much more readable and enjoyable.
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