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Vampire World
From ruling the school to Vampire nobody!
Marissa, aka Janice loses everything when a one night make-out session turns into a nightmare. Turned into a Vampire, and tossed into an orphanage in their world she finds herself struggling to adjust and make something of her new-found life. Adventure abounds as she begins to figure out there's no one she can truly trust; and just who, or what is TriFang? Who would have thought the truth could turn out to be so bloody?
Marissa, aka Janice loses everything when a one night make-out session turns into a nightmare. Turned into a Vampire, and tossed into an orphanage in their world she finds herself struggling to adjust and make something of her new-found life. Adventure abounds as she begins to figure out there's no one she can truly trust; and just who, or what is TriFang? Who would have thought the truth could turn out to be so bloody?
285 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2013
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About the author
Rich Douglas
8 books37 followersI am from New Orleans, Lousiana and I write young adult novels, fantasy and science fiction.
My new novel, Vampire World, is now available. If you enjoy reading paranormal YA fiction, please check this out now.
The Magical Tale of Eliza Felding, Book 1 of a trilogy, takes place in New Orleans one year after Hurricane Katrina. It involves teens, romance and tons of magic.
The Secret of the Dogs is a children's book about four very different dogs (a Basenji, a Greyhound, a Pomeranian and an Airdale Terrier) who go on a quest to rescue a young boy that is being abused by his father.
I love writing, teaching, storm chasing, traveling and drinking orange soda.
My new novel, Vampire World, is now available. If you enjoy reading paranormal YA fiction, please check this out now.
The Magical Tale of Eliza Felding, Book 1 of a trilogy, takes place in New Orleans one year after Hurricane Katrina. It involves teens, romance and tons of magic.
The Secret of the Dogs is a children's book about four very different dogs (a Basenji, a Greyhound, a Pomeranian and an Airdale Terrier) who go on a quest to rescue a young boy that is being abused by his father.
I love writing, teaching, storm chasing, traveling and drinking orange soda.
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September 12, 2013
DNF at 20%.
I really wanted to get into the story, but just couldn't. I don't feel connected to the main character, Janice. Little was revealed in the beginning, just letting us know that she had a boyfriend, and they made out in a deserted place. They were interrupted by a sound that sent her boyfriend searching for its source, leaving Janice behind to fend for herself when she was attacked by a vampire. She woke up in a vampire orphanage as, of course, a vampire.
How did that happen? She did not question herself. She only wanted to know the reason as to why she can't remember anything before the 'accident', supposed that the 'accident' was the coma she slipped into before waking up or caused her to be in a coma. That is a little confusing for me because the way it is being put together does not feel right.
Shortly after, she was adopted by an old vampire after having known how cruel the orphanage was capable of. Though the old man was poor, why did he still want to force himself to adopt a vampire? Because he just liked having children? One, a teen is hardly an age for anyone to call a 'children'. Two, it just doesn't match up. The whole thing sounds forced. As in, you just want to come up with something that would one way or another lead to this climax.
I did mention that I couldn't connect with the character. It occurred to me that she had the I couldn't care less attitude. She was given vampire money 100 bucks and she spent it on a purse for 80, plus she was not really sorry about it afterward because she honestly loved that dumb purse!
Pretty immature, I would say.
Thus,
.A copy of this book was given by the author in exchange for an honest review.
May 31, 2014
Vampire World by Rich Douglas (3.5 stars)
I received a free copy of Vampire World from the author Rich Douglas in exchange for an honest review.
This book is perfectly set as young adult. For some reason I didn’t realize it was going to be young adult based on the cover art or the description. That’s what I get for judging a book by its cover! There are two covers available that I could see. One looks like a book about bondage that might rival 50 shades of grey. Not because the model is tied up, but because she is gothed out and has a look like she wants to devour your soul while mating with you. (Intense and not ya at all, I recommend against this version just for the picture. It’s hot, but out of place.)
The other cover is of a pretty young girl who looks to be in a old style church or crypt. This picture embodies the story well. It captures the sweet (not overly in your face sexy) side of goth. It fits well with the story that is told.
The author came up with some disgustingly creative food that was believable for a vampire diet. Although I think adding an element of hunting and eating live food would have been a nice addition to the story.
This book read like a nancy drew mystery that had some elements of inspector gadget. What I mean by that is the mystery of the unknown with dark passage ways and hidden dangers and secret messages I expected to have the disclaimer of “this message will self-destruct in 4 seconds…”
I struggled with the length, but it was obvious that a lot of effort was put into describing life as it is lived in Vampire World. I didn’t like the cliche of the last names used (I.e. Mr. FangCut or Mrs. BiteMore) but it is young adult so that comes with the territory.I am torn as to if I would read more books in this series, if it does progress to a series.
The main character overshadowed the other characters and although I really wanted to like her I didn’t. It’s not because she wasn’t a believable character, on the contrary she was absolutely believable as the type of girl I would not be friends with. I really didn’t like her name and that spoiled her a little for me.
Names say a lot about the person who gave the name. Janice is a very old style name that isn’t used as often anymore. At least in my opinion. It’s not quite as outdated as Myrtle or Harriet, or god forbid Beatrice, but it’s just unpopular enough to sound out of place.
That being said she was a very good living breathing (so to speak) model of a popular chick figuring out how life works. Not too bright, but just smart enough to cause trouble. Especially when it comes to using herself to get what she wants. Having that kind of power and first learning you have it is intoxicating. This book explores that well. It still keeps the subject matter pg enough that I wouldn’t feel like a perv recommending this book to an actual young adult.
The good part is that although I didn’t like the main character I did like the attempt to take a vampire story down a different path of possibility. I cared to find out what the mystery was, even though I was pretty sure I knew the answer. I knew some of it, but some was entertainingly different than I expected.
Talk a walk on the wild side and see what you think of this homage of how vampire life could be now or in the not so distant future. That is if you believe in Vampires. I don’t, but I am still fascinated by the idea of the weird and supernatural.
I received a free copy of Vampire World from the author Rich Douglas in exchange for an honest review.
This book is perfectly set as young adult. For some reason I didn’t realize it was going to be young adult based on the cover art or the description. That’s what I get for judging a book by its cover! There are two covers available that I could see. One looks like a book about bondage that might rival 50 shades of grey. Not because the model is tied up, but because she is gothed out and has a look like she wants to devour your soul while mating with you. (Intense and not ya at all, I recommend against this version just for the picture. It’s hot, but out of place.)
The other cover is of a pretty young girl who looks to be in a old style church or crypt. This picture embodies the story well. It captures the sweet (not overly in your face sexy) side of goth. It fits well with the story that is told.
The author came up with some disgustingly creative food that was believable for a vampire diet. Although I think adding an element of hunting and eating live food would have been a nice addition to the story.
This book read like a nancy drew mystery that had some elements of inspector gadget. What I mean by that is the mystery of the unknown with dark passage ways and hidden dangers and secret messages I expected to have the disclaimer of “this message will self-destruct in 4 seconds…”
I struggled with the length, but it was obvious that a lot of effort was put into describing life as it is lived in Vampire World. I didn’t like the cliche of the last names used (I.e. Mr. FangCut or Mrs. BiteMore) but it is young adult so that comes with the territory.I am torn as to if I would read more books in this series, if it does progress to a series.
The main character overshadowed the other characters and although I really wanted to like her I didn’t. It’s not because she wasn’t a believable character, on the contrary she was absolutely believable as the type of girl I would not be friends with. I really didn’t like her name and that spoiled her a little for me.
Names say a lot about the person who gave the name. Janice is a very old style name that isn’t used as often anymore. At least in my opinion. It’s not quite as outdated as Myrtle or Harriet, or god forbid Beatrice, but it’s just unpopular enough to sound out of place.
That being said she was a very good living breathing (so to speak) model of a popular chick figuring out how life works. Not too bright, but just smart enough to cause trouble. Especially when it comes to using herself to get what she wants. Having that kind of power and first learning you have it is intoxicating. This book explores that well. It still keeps the subject matter pg enough that I wouldn’t feel like a perv recommending this book to an actual young adult.
The good part is that although I didn’t like the main character I did like the attempt to take a vampire story down a different path of possibility. I cared to find out what the mystery was, even though I was pretty sure I knew the answer. I knew some of it, but some was entertainingly different than I expected.
Talk a walk on the wild side and see what you think of this homage of how vampire life could be now or in the not so distant future. That is if you believe in Vampires. I don’t, but I am still fascinated by the idea of the weird and supernatural.
September 24, 2013
I really enjoyed the originality of this book, it was not the typical vampire story with the big love story. Yes love is involved but not in a huge way. The story reminded me of when I was younger and would watch "Halloween Town" on the family channel every Halloween. A whole new world is opened up with original ideas about the life there (jobs, pets, tattoos, etc) rather than having the story take place on earth with everything that we already know.
This novel was fast paced and I never got bored of it. There are so many things that happen and in a timely fashion that there isn't a boring chapter at all. It was very entertaining just to find out what would happen next or where it would take place.
I will admit sometimes I found Janice and her personality a little annoying... At times it was like "what are you doing?!?!" Especially when it came to betraying her vampire father by sneaking out, sleeping with her boyfriend, and stealing the car. He chose her from the orphanage and that's how she repays him? Or the fact that she turns Brett's life upside down just to find out a secret from a mystery person. But I suppose she is young and looking for adventure.
So many descriptive words were used in this book and I found it refreshing rather than using the same boring and overused words. Good use of a thesaurus! There was never a time when you couldn't picture in your mind the vast world and everything in it from the supermarket to the cemetery.
I am very excited to read the second novel which will be out at some point based on the end which says "end of book one". I really enjoyed the originality of the story and world and will definitely recommend this book to my friends who are looking for a fast paced read!
This novel was fast paced and I never got bored of it. There are so many things that happen and in a timely fashion that there isn't a boring chapter at all. It was very entertaining just to find out what would happen next or where it would take place.
I will admit sometimes I found Janice and her personality a little annoying... At times it was like "what are you doing?!?!" Especially when it came to betraying her vampire father by sneaking out, sleeping with her boyfriend, and stealing the car. He chose her from the orphanage and that's how she repays him? Or the fact that she turns Brett's life upside down just to find out a secret from a mystery person. But I suppose she is young and looking for adventure.
So many descriptive words were used in this book and I found it refreshing rather than using the same boring and overused words. Good use of a thesaurus! There was never a time when you couldn't picture in your mind the vast world and everything in it from the supermarket to the cemetery.
I am very excited to read the second novel which will be out at some point based on the end which says "end of book one". I really enjoyed the originality of the story and world and will definitely recommend this book to my friends who are looking for a fast paced read!
October 11, 2013
What an interesting read!
I honestly have to say I've never read anything like it, and i did enjoy it!
we start with Marissa, a popular girl with the hunkiest boyfriend, great friends - the best life! One night her and her boyfriend go to a secluded area to get to know each other a little better, and it all goes wrong. Marissa's last view is of fangs going to her neck....
When she wakes up, shes in an orphanage....and is now a vampire....
She is "chosen" by a new caretaker who takes her away from the orphanage and introduces her to the literally new life in a place called Vampire World.
She has no memory of being human, and quickly gets to grips with her life as a vampire and takes it as the norm.
Shes still the pretty girl she was as a human and grabs the attention of alot of fellas, some nice, some not so!
She wants to help her caretaker with money so plans to take part in a tournament in a game with a nice cash prize....
....but she also has a strange messenger, leaving her little notes and tasks, hinting at a life for her before this....how can she ignore them? But by not ignoring them she endangers her life and those around her...
The last few chapters are a revelation to Marissa (now known as Janice) and to us.
The whole book is written very well. We as the readers are no more informed than Janice is, so it feels like we're walking along with her, finding out things as she does. No little hints for us to think ahead. We find out things when Janice does.
Of course the ending leaves it open to another book, and I'm intrigued enough to have it on my TBR list when (or if!) it does come out!
A different take on vampire stories, and pretty enjoyable!
Read on behalf of Potter Book Tours for an honest review
I honestly have to say I've never read anything like it, and i did enjoy it!
we start with Marissa, a popular girl with the hunkiest boyfriend, great friends - the best life! One night her and her boyfriend go to a secluded area to get to know each other a little better, and it all goes wrong. Marissa's last view is of fangs going to her neck....
When she wakes up, shes in an orphanage....and is now a vampire....
She is "chosen" by a new caretaker who takes her away from the orphanage and introduces her to the literally new life in a place called Vampire World.
She has no memory of being human, and quickly gets to grips with her life as a vampire and takes it as the norm.
Shes still the pretty girl she was as a human and grabs the attention of alot of fellas, some nice, some not so!
She wants to help her caretaker with money so plans to take part in a tournament in a game with a nice cash prize....
....but she also has a strange messenger, leaving her little notes and tasks, hinting at a life for her before this....how can she ignore them? But by not ignoring them she endangers her life and those around her...
The last few chapters are a revelation to Marissa (now known as Janice) and to us.
The whole book is written very well. We as the readers are no more informed than Janice is, so it feels like we're walking along with her, finding out things as she does. No little hints for us to think ahead. We find out things when Janice does.
Of course the ending leaves it open to another book, and I'm intrigued enough to have it on my TBR list when (or if!) it does come out!
A different take on vampire stories, and pretty enjoyable!
Read on behalf of Potter Book Tours for an honest review
July 25, 2013
I thought I was over the vampire scene and scenarios in books--"Vampire World" proved me wrong. This book kept me wanting more; I was constantly on the edge of my seat while reading. The creativity that author, Rich Douglas, has put in his book is truly astonishing. You feel like you jump into a live action scenario as you read the book; that takes some talent so I have to applaud the author for that.
"Vampire World" is action packed; it also has a lot of mystery and suspense. I loved the main character, Janice Freecut--she could give Buffy a run for her money. Janice stays brave throughout the strange things that begin to happen to her. I loved the couple aspect of the book; Janice and Brett packed in the romance with their sexy young vampire vibe.
Douglas didn't only write an awesome book, he created an entire new world within it. The book starts out on our Earth, but once Janice is bitten, you get taken into a whole new world where you find vampires and strange cities. The book starts out at a fast pace and never lets up until the heart-stopping major twist at the end of the book.
I highly recommend this book to paranormal romance readers; I also recommend this book to any reader. I think that everyone can find something in "Vampire World" that they can relate to, or find entertaining.
4.5/5 Stars! (It would have been 5/5 if I didn't catch a couple of grammar things).
*I got a copy of this book from the author for a honest review.*
"Vampire World" is action packed; it also has a lot of mystery and suspense. I loved the main character, Janice Freecut--she could give Buffy a run for her money. Janice stays brave throughout the strange things that begin to happen to her. I loved the couple aspect of the book; Janice and Brett packed in the romance with their sexy young vampire vibe.
Douglas didn't only write an awesome book, he created an entire new world within it. The book starts out on our Earth, but once Janice is bitten, you get taken into a whole new world where you find vampires and strange cities. The book starts out at a fast pace and never lets up until the heart-stopping major twist at the end of the book.
I highly recommend this book to paranormal romance readers; I also recommend this book to any reader. I think that everyone can find something in "Vampire World" that they can relate to, or find entertaining.
4.5/5 Stars! (It would have been 5/5 if I didn't catch a couple of grammar things).
*I got a copy of this book from the author for a honest review.*
December 31, 2013
I was given the book free in exchange for an honest review(Lovers of Paranormal).
The following review may contain spoilers!
Rating 8 of 10
I really liked the book. It was interesting, intriguing and not very hard to read. The idea was interesting too and I was really captivated almost from the beginning.
Marissa/Janice is a pretty likable heroine and in particular I liked how stubborn and determined she is. I also liked the fact that she didn't back down and dive up the first moment she encountered some trouble. Strong, open-minded, determined - my kind of heroine.
I liked Brett a lot too. At some point he annoyed me a bit but I forgave him pretty fast. Really felt pity for him when his parents turned out to be first-class jerks.
Our evil hero was my disappointment, I admit. He was evel, jerk and ... forgetable. Everytime he was mentioned in the book I was like 'huh, who, the hell, was that?' and then I will remember but... I hope you get the idea.
I didn't really get much impression about Janice's secret imformant, so there isn't anything I can say about him. Have the same problem with her friends and her coworkers(thought her boss was in the store seemed like a jerk when she fired her).
Mr. FreeCut was a favorite of mine. His death was really sad. Would have loved to see him in the next books too.
Altogether, I really liked the book and would love to read the next one.
The following review may contain spoilers!
Rating 8 of 10
I really liked the book. It was interesting, intriguing and not very hard to read. The idea was interesting too and I was really captivated almost from the beginning.
Marissa/Janice is a pretty likable heroine and in particular I liked how stubborn and determined she is. I also liked the fact that she didn't back down and dive up the first moment she encountered some trouble. Strong, open-minded, determined - my kind of heroine.
I liked Brett a lot too. At some point he annoyed me a bit but I forgave him pretty fast. Really felt pity for him when his parents turned out to be first-class jerks.
Our evil hero was my disappointment, I admit. He was evel, jerk and ... forgetable. Everytime he was mentioned in the book I was like 'huh, who, the hell, was that?' and then I will remember but... I hope you get the idea.
I didn't really get much impression about Janice's secret imformant, so there isn't anything I can say about him. Have the same problem with her friends and her coworkers(thought her boss was in the store seemed like a jerk when she fired her).
Mr. FreeCut was a favorite of mine. His death was really sad. Would have loved to see him in the next books too.
Altogether, I really liked the book and would love to read the next one.
July 16, 2013
I bought this book not expecting much and I thought it was really cool. Lots of action, suspense and mystery. Janice FreeCut, the main character, is a brave and kick-ass vampire. Brett Bloodcut and Janice make a nice romantic couple as two thirsty and sexy young vampires.
I really liked how the book started off so quickly. Janice is bitten on Earth by a vampire and wakes up in an entirely new world filled with vampires and strange cities. The world building was amazing! There is a major twist at the end of the book that really shocked me.
I strongly suggest checking out this book if you are a fan of paranormal romance, action and stories with vampires.
I really liked how the book started off so quickly. Janice is bitten on Earth by a vampire and wakes up in an entirely new world filled with vampires and strange cities. The world building was amazing! There is a major twist at the end of the book that really shocked me.
I strongly suggest checking out this book if you are a fan of paranormal romance, action and stories with vampires.
May 13, 2014
An interesting read and I really enjoyed this novel. Loved the cast of characters, which made this a quick and easy read.
Fast paced that never bored. I love me some good vampire stories and this fit the bill for a nice weekend read. Can't wait to read more from this author and these characters.
Was given the book free in exchange for an honest review(Lovers of Paranormal).
Fast paced that never bored. I love me some good vampire stories and this fit the bill for a nice weekend read. Can't wait to read more from this author and these characters.
Was given the book free in exchange for an honest review(Lovers of Paranormal).
August 8, 2013
**I was given a copy of the following book in exchange for an honest review**
Rich Douglas contacted me recently and asked if I would be willing to review his novel Vampire World. I read the book description and honestly thought that the idea sounded a little far-fetched (only to remind myself that it’s a vampire novel … they’re all pretty far-fetched) but it also sounded like a good read so I said yes. I’m very happy that I did.
What would you do if you suddenly woke up in a strange world with strange cravings and absolutely no idea where you are – but worse, no idea of who you are? That’s exactly the situation that Douglas’ heroine finds herself in. Janice FreeCut must learn to survive as a vampire in Vampire World while avoiding a stalker, following mysterious clues that are supposed to help her remember her past, dealing with the trials and tribulations of dating and even learning a new sport. **I actually really enjoyed the sport created by Douglas … Fireball brought me back to some of the weird games they had us play in gym class as kids – think Four-Square to the millionth degree of impossibility**
Douglas takes his readers from a humble beginning on Earth to a whole new world of his creation. Though at times a little cliché – aversions to garlic, every meal covered in blood, everything about the inhabitants the epitome of Goth, Dracula references – Vampire World pulls the reader into its levels of intrigue as you find yourself rooting for Janice to discover all that she needs. I enjoyed my time in Vampire World – and if there was a theme park of it I’d probably be there every day I could. You know an author has created a world you can lose yourself in if you’d be willing to actually go there and explore – Blood Burger anyone? Just as I was sure I knew where Douglas was taking me, he took a different direction – or reversed course entirely – and made me re-think everything I thought I knew. Kudos on that – it’s not easy to do.
There are some things I would change such as grammatical errors and some of the things that Janice thought and said (having been a 17 year old girl, I’m not sure I or my friends would have said them, but maybe there are girls out there like that) and maybe a little bit of the timing – at times the story sped ahead and I was temporarily lost trying to catch up on how long we’d been there (I’m still not 100% sure). A bit overused was the descriptions of things – all food was blood this and blood that … I get it, they eat and drink blood, but it seems to me that all of the food references were unnecessary – the characters could be grabbing a bite or heading to the bar for a drink (my opinion but there it is). The simple addition of a bit more spacing or even time descriptors (i.e. 2 months later or Day ### in Vampire World). These did not hinder my enjoyment of Janice’s story. I would like to know more about what happens after the last page – Douglas has set it up for a continuing story that I can see myself buying, reading and recommending. Vampire World was most definitely a new take on a popular genre in an oft-over-saturated market. Almost a breath of fresh air.
I recommend picking it up, but here’s the blurb so you can decide for yourself:
“A popular teen is bitten by a vampire during a steamy night of making out with her boyfriend. After the bite, she wakes up in a cruel orphanage in Vampire World, with no memory of her past. She’s left with very little; only fangs, pale skin and a keen desire for blood. Marissa, who’s named Janice in Vampire World, escapes the ghastly orphanage thanks to Mr. John FreeCut, an old, benevolent vampire who adopts Janice because he wants to foster children he could never have. He says her parents died in a crash. Beautiful, innocent and thrust into an enigmatic world she has no memory of, Janice must face many challenges. The grueling blood hostess job. The multiple stalkers and creepers who are hungry for her and her blood. The dizzying fireball competition. And most challenging, the fact that she doesn’t look or act like a vampire. Janice is emotionally overwhelmed. Thankfully she makes some friends, including Brett BloodCut. Brett and Janice are immersed in a passionate romance, and Brett helps Janice adjust to her new world by giving her the love, confidence and knowledge she needs to survive as a vampire. Janice finds a way to succeed in such a problematic world. Things go well for Janice, though not for long. A stranger knows the truth about her past. Slowly but surely Janice discovers the truth that she is being lied to by the ones she loves. She must learn the secret behind TriFang, and ultimately accept the stinging reality that things are not always what they seem. Could the truth ever be so bloody?”
Happy Reading :-)
Rich Douglas contacted me recently and asked if I would be willing to review his novel Vampire World. I read the book description and honestly thought that the idea sounded a little far-fetched (only to remind myself that it’s a vampire novel … they’re all pretty far-fetched) but it also sounded like a good read so I said yes. I’m very happy that I did.
What would you do if you suddenly woke up in a strange world with strange cravings and absolutely no idea where you are – but worse, no idea of who you are? That’s exactly the situation that Douglas’ heroine finds herself in. Janice FreeCut must learn to survive as a vampire in Vampire World while avoiding a stalker, following mysterious clues that are supposed to help her remember her past, dealing with the trials and tribulations of dating and even learning a new sport. **I actually really enjoyed the sport created by Douglas … Fireball brought me back to some of the weird games they had us play in gym class as kids – think Four-Square to the millionth degree of impossibility**
Douglas takes his readers from a humble beginning on Earth to a whole new world of his creation. Though at times a little cliché – aversions to garlic, every meal covered in blood, everything about the inhabitants the epitome of Goth, Dracula references – Vampire World pulls the reader into its levels of intrigue as you find yourself rooting for Janice to discover all that she needs. I enjoyed my time in Vampire World – and if there was a theme park of it I’d probably be there every day I could. You know an author has created a world you can lose yourself in if you’d be willing to actually go there and explore – Blood Burger anyone? Just as I was sure I knew where Douglas was taking me, he took a different direction – or reversed course entirely – and made me re-think everything I thought I knew. Kudos on that – it’s not easy to do.
There are some things I would change such as grammatical errors and some of the things that Janice thought and said (having been a 17 year old girl, I’m not sure I or my friends would have said them, but maybe there are girls out there like that) and maybe a little bit of the timing – at times the story sped ahead and I was temporarily lost trying to catch up on how long we’d been there (I’m still not 100% sure). A bit overused was the descriptions of things – all food was blood this and blood that … I get it, they eat and drink blood, but it seems to me that all of the food references were unnecessary – the characters could be grabbing a bite or heading to the bar for a drink (my opinion but there it is). The simple addition of a bit more spacing or even time descriptors (i.e. 2 months later or Day ### in Vampire World). These did not hinder my enjoyment of Janice’s story. I would like to know more about what happens after the last page – Douglas has set it up for a continuing story that I can see myself buying, reading and recommending. Vampire World was most definitely a new take on a popular genre in an oft-over-saturated market. Almost a breath of fresh air.
I recommend picking it up, but here’s the blurb so you can decide for yourself:
“A popular teen is bitten by a vampire during a steamy night of making out with her boyfriend. After the bite, she wakes up in a cruel orphanage in Vampire World, with no memory of her past. She’s left with very little; only fangs, pale skin and a keen desire for blood. Marissa, who’s named Janice in Vampire World, escapes the ghastly orphanage thanks to Mr. John FreeCut, an old, benevolent vampire who adopts Janice because he wants to foster children he could never have. He says her parents died in a crash. Beautiful, innocent and thrust into an enigmatic world she has no memory of, Janice must face many challenges. The grueling blood hostess job. The multiple stalkers and creepers who are hungry for her and her blood. The dizzying fireball competition. And most challenging, the fact that she doesn’t look or act like a vampire. Janice is emotionally overwhelmed. Thankfully she makes some friends, including Brett BloodCut. Brett and Janice are immersed in a passionate romance, and Brett helps Janice adjust to her new world by giving her the love, confidence and knowledge she needs to survive as a vampire. Janice finds a way to succeed in such a problematic world. Things go well for Janice, though not for long. A stranger knows the truth about her past. Slowly but surely Janice discovers the truth that she is being lied to by the ones she loves. She must learn the secret behind TriFang, and ultimately accept the stinging reality that things are not always what they seem. Could the truth ever be so bloody?”
Happy Reading :-)
May 4, 2015
** I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK BY THE AUTHOR, IN RETURN FOR AN HONEST REVIEW **
Book – Vampire World
Author – Rich Douglas
Star rating - ★★★★☆
Would I read it again – Yes
Plot – well executed, well planned out, intriguing
Characters – nicely rounded, good mix of show and tell
Movie Potential - ★★★★☆
Ease of reading – very easy.
First off, this is a really unique book. The only thing I've ever read that comes close is Kaitlyn Deann's The Witches' Sleep. This was a unique, well thought out concept, with great execution.
At first I couldn't decide if the human life was real and Rob was a vampire all along, or if the whole Vampire World was an alternate reality while 'Janice' was in a coma. So when I found out the truth, I was really pleased to see that the ending was more unique than I thought.
Most importantly, you get a real sense that this was written by a teenage girl. From word phrasing, attitude and thought processes, this was entirely something I would expect to read in any girl's diary at the age of the character. It made the whole thing more believable. Another key element to the excellence of this book, was that Douglas managed to say a lot with few words. There was a great balance between show and tell, dialogue and description and characterisation versus plot.
To be honest, as I'm sure was meant, I really hated Rob, both as a human and as a vampire. I really loved Brett, who was a breath of fresh air and familiarity in a strange world. The only thing that annoyed me about him was that he couldn't accept Janice's decision to follow her mystery contact and the clues she was being led to. I understand why this is, due to what is revealed later, and I think the fact that I begin to doubt whether he's a good guy or bad guy, is a very important thing in the plot of the story. It's necessary and makes good reading; way better than having a flawless character.
There were a few minor spelling mistakes or places where one word was mixed up with something similar, which is why this was a 4 star and not a 5, because it did get a little confusing sometimes, when the wrong word appeared and didn't gel with sentence. Overall, not a frequent or massive issue though.
I was really pleased that I managed to make sense of the clues before Janice did. To be quite honest, while reading about her life in Vampire World, I tended to forget where she was really from and who she really was. Which, I think, added to the story. I think it was important for the reader to forget who Janice really was, just as she had, so that you saw everything the way she did.
Overall, this was a brilliant, imaginative story and a unique take on the vampire genre. It was well detailed, well planned and left a lot of room for intrigue and mystery, in amongst the teen romance aspect. I was really disappointed when I got to 80% and realised that there couldn't possibly be a full conclusion to the story and that disappointment continued when I reached the end and found The End of Book 1. Disappointed only because I don't yet have the next book and I really want to continue the story. I loved that this book ended with a real ending, not a major cliffhanger. There is a cliffhanger, but the story of the book as a whole is complete. You get a real feel, as the last sentence ends, that the adventure is just beginning, which is exciting. I look forward to reading book 2.
Book – Vampire World
Author – Rich Douglas
Star rating - ★★★★☆
Would I read it again – Yes
Plot – well executed, well planned out, intriguing
Characters – nicely rounded, good mix of show and tell
Movie Potential - ★★★★☆
Ease of reading – very easy.
First off, this is a really unique book. The only thing I've ever read that comes close is Kaitlyn Deann's The Witches' Sleep. This was a unique, well thought out concept, with great execution.
At first I couldn't decide if the human life was real and Rob was a vampire all along, or if the whole Vampire World was an alternate reality while 'Janice' was in a coma. So when I found out the truth, I was really pleased to see that the ending was more unique than I thought.
Most importantly, you get a real sense that this was written by a teenage girl. From word phrasing, attitude and thought processes, this was entirely something I would expect to read in any girl's diary at the age of the character. It made the whole thing more believable. Another key element to the excellence of this book, was that Douglas managed to say a lot with few words. There was a great balance between show and tell, dialogue and description and characterisation versus plot.
To be honest, as I'm sure was meant, I really hated Rob, both as a human and as a vampire. I really loved Brett, who was a breath of fresh air and familiarity in a strange world. The only thing that annoyed me about him was that he couldn't accept Janice's decision to follow her mystery contact and the clues she was being led to. I understand why this is, due to what is revealed later, and I think the fact that I begin to doubt whether he's a good guy or bad guy, is a very important thing in the plot of the story. It's necessary and makes good reading; way better than having a flawless character.
There were a few minor spelling mistakes or places where one word was mixed up with something similar, which is why this was a 4 star and not a 5, because it did get a little confusing sometimes, when the wrong word appeared and didn't gel with sentence. Overall, not a frequent or massive issue though.
I was really pleased that I managed to make sense of the clues before Janice did. To be quite honest, while reading about her life in Vampire World, I tended to forget where she was really from and who she really was. Which, I think, added to the story. I think it was important for the reader to forget who Janice really was, just as she had, so that you saw everything the way she did.
Overall, this was a brilliant, imaginative story and a unique take on the vampire genre. It was well detailed, well planned and left a lot of room for intrigue and mystery, in amongst the teen romance aspect. I was really disappointed when I got to 80% and realised that there couldn't possibly be a full conclusion to the story and that disappointment continued when I reached the end and found The End of Book 1. Disappointed only because I don't yet have the next book and I really want to continue the story. I loved that this book ended with a real ending, not a major cliffhanger. There is a cliffhanger, but the story of the book as a whole is complete. You get a real feel, as the last sentence ends, that the adventure is just beginning, which is exciting. I look forward to reading book 2.
August 5, 2018
*(I received a free copy of this book in September 2013 from the author himself in exchange for a fair and honest review)*
There have been times in my life where I sit back and think that I may've chosen the wrong career path. Usually only when I read a book that is so poorly written and edited, that it makes me wonder how experienced book editors need to be. Seems pretty simple, honestly. But, you know, I'm pretty certain this particular copy of Vampire World is not the finished & published copy - at least I'm hoping it's not! - so I'll let the typos and obvious needs-editing errors slide.
When reading the synopsis for this book, I originally thought it had a lot of Scott Westerfield's Uglies series feel to it. What with the different "worlds" and all. And it actually does, in a way. The not so original names of the characters and locations, etc. Definitely nowhere near as good as Westerfield, however. It's just very immaturely and poorly written.
Douglas appears to have stereotypically written what teenagers are all about: money, money, money; fancy clothes, tattoos, hairstyles, etc. I'm far from a teen anymore, but do they even care about that kind of stuff anymore? I thought we have moved past the trying to fit in and be just like everyone else and into more individualism. Here's Janice who's being told how beautiful she is, even without adhering to "vampire standards," and she almost seems like she accepts it - just to go and change her appearance anyway?
And Brett's constant "I can't give you anything nice or expensive" comments got old and annoying quickly. That's something that confused me from the beginning; he can have lavish things in his home and for his parents - I get it, family comes first - but he can't give his girlfriend anything nice? However, he takes her to get her hair done and on a date every night. That doesn't sound like someone who can't afford anything nice.
It has action, but it's just poorly executed. The action scenes get hyped up and you can almost get into it... then just prematurely end. If Douglas had better choice in words... it wouldn't have been so bad. Maybe. There were just too many sentences that were cut short in what seemed like mid thought or explanation. I read in a review - or comments of a review? - that said it "reads like a grocery list." How fittingly accurate.
The only thing that Vampire World has going for it was that the whole vampire cliché was spun in a different direction while keeping some of the typical vampire myths. Also, you could see Janice grow up and mature just a little throughout the book; she refused to let anyone walk all over her and take advantage. That's something to admire these days in any story due to its rarity - let's think of Bella for a brief moment; needed a werewolf pack and vampires to protect her. Towards the end, I totally started getting a Buffy the Vampire Slayer vibe. But Faith instead of Buffy. Only because, as much as I hated her character, Faith was much more badass. A vampire slaying vampires.
There were a few things I was confused about, but in all honesty I don't really care. There were so many mistakes that the things that were confusing could've just been chalked up to some error throughout the book.
There have been times in my life where I sit back and think that I may've chosen the wrong career path. Usually only when I read a book that is so poorly written and edited, that it makes me wonder how experienced book editors need to be. Seems pretty simple, honestly. But, you know, I'm pretty certain this particular copy of Vampire World is not the finished & published copy - at least I'm hoping it's not! - so I'll let the typos and obvious needs-editing errors slide.
When reading the synopsis for this book, I originally thought it had a lot of Scott Westerfield's Uglies series feel to it. What with the different "worlds" and all. And it actually does, in a way. The not so original names of the characters and locations, etc. Definitely nowhere near as good as Westerfield, however. It's just very immaturely and poorly written.
Douglas appears to have stereotypically written what teenagers are all about: money, money, money; fancy clothes, tattoos, hairstyles, etc. I'm far from a teen anymore, but do they even care about that kind of stuff anymore? I thought we have moved past the trying to fit in and be just like everyone else and into more individualism. Here's Janice who's being told how beautiful she is, even without adhering to "vampire standards," and she almost seems like she accepts it - just to go and change her appearance anyway?
And Brett's constant "I can't give you anything nice or expensive" comments got old and annoying quickly. That's something that confused me from the beginning; he can have lavish things in his home and for his parents - I get it, family comes first - but he can't give his girlfriend anything nice? However, he takes her to get her hair done and on a date every night. That doesn't sound like someone who can't afford anything nice.
It has action, but it's just poorly executed. The action scenes get hyped up and you can almost get into it... then just prematurely end. If Douglas had better choice in words... it wouldn't have been so bad. Maybe. There were just too many sentences that were cut short in what seemed like mid thought or explanation. I read in a review - or comments of a review? - that said it "reads like a grocery list." How fittingly accurate.
The only thing that Vampire World has going for it was that the whole vampire cliché was spun in a different direction while keeping some of the typical vampire myths. Also, you could see Janice grow up and mature just a little throughout the book; she refused to let anyone walk all over her and take advantage. That's something to admire these days in any story due to its rarity - let's think of Bella for a brief moment; needed a werewolf pack and vampires to protect her. Towards the end, I totally started getting a Buffy the Vampire Slayer vibe. But Faith instead of Buffy. Only because, as much as I hated her character, Faith was much more badass. A vampire slaying vampires.
There were a few things I was confused about, but in all honesty I don't really care. There were so many mistakes that the things that were confusing could've just been chalked up to some error throughout the book.
July 8, 2016
--I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review-
I remember being told by someone, much younger than me once that they didn't read young adult fiction because a lot of it treated young adults like they are idiots. While this book doesn't necessarily do that it is certainly something else, and definitely not my cup of tea.
The main character was so irritating in the beginning I almost put the book down and refused to pick it back up again. She, in the beginning of the novel is vapid and self centred, two traits I don't appreciate in a protagonist even though I'm definitely one of them myself.
The world that we are tossed into, with only little explanation is confusing and some of the character names simply made me cringe. Vampire World felt like a parody of vampire novels at times, as opposed to an actual vampire novel which I'm not sure was the intent of the author. It was however what I started thinking of parts of the book as and that’s when they were able to take a little more of a humorist twist.
Some of the characters are typical of the setting, the jock becomes a vampire, vicious and twisted and wanting what he can’t have. The mentor is now an adopted father, rather horrendously named FreeCut, but is one of the few likeable characters in the book and the concerned boyfriend, ne’er do well is now basically the same as in many other teen novels with the added bonus of fangs.
The description of fashion in the novel was awful, but in a very intentional “look how ridiculous the people in this world are” kind of way which makes me wonder if the author intent was to have Vampire World represent the worst part of our world or if I am reading too much into it.
The beginning of the book is a typical horror movie/book genre scenario, the big strong boyfriend going out there to protect his girl and getting killed for it.
Some of the slang was just bad, but in the same way it reminded me of my younger cousins and some of the terms they use in their vocabulary when I’ve spoken to them so that wasn’t too far off.
There were a couple things I took issue with and a lot of it had to do with being shown things but not seeing them in my imagination. Also, sometimes the language was a little bit too simplistic.
That’s not to say that I think there will be people who would not enjoy this book, because I’m certain there are. The world build is pretty in depth, even with a sport created to keep things a little bit tense and there is an edge of mystery involved I just believe there could have been some improvement.
Bad Descriptive Moments:
“I stepped groggily out of my bed and looked around the strange room. It was a huge dormitory with at least fifty other beds, all of them containing pale looking kids and teens. Not only couldn’t I remember who I was, I also felt very odd.”
“My bed was basically a flat rock with another rock on top of it as a pillow.”
“The smell of blood was so strong, I felt like a heart surgeon.”
It should be said as well that most of these examples were from the beginning of the novel, and not the end by which the pace, description and writing seemed to pick up.
I remember being told by someone, much younger than me once that they didn't read young adult fiction because a lot of it treated young adults like they are idiots. While this book doesn't necessarily do that it is certainly something else, and definitely not my cup of tea.
The main character was so irritating in the beginning I almost put the book down and refused to pick it back up again. She, in the beginning of the novel is vapid and self centred, two traits I don't appreciate in a protagonist even though I'm definitely one of them myself.
The world that we are tossed into, with only little explanation is confusing and some of the character names simply made me cringe. Vampire World felt like a parody of vampire novels at times, as opposed to an actual vampire novel which I'm not sure was the intent of the author. It was however what I started thinking of parts of the book as and that’s when they were able to take a little more of a humorist twist.
Some of the characters are typical of the setting, the jock becomes a vampire, vicious and twisted and wanting what he can’t have. The mentor is now an adopted father, rather horrendously named FreeCut, but is one of the few likeable characters in the book and the concerned boyfriend, ne’er do well is now basically the same as in many other teen novels with the added bonus of fangs.
The description of fashion in the novel was awful, but in a very intentional “look how ridiculous the people in this world are” kind of way which makes me wonder if the author intent was to have Vampire World represent the worst part of our world or if I am reading too much into it.
The beginning of the book is a typical horror movie/book genre scenario, the big strong boyfriend going out there to protect his girl and getting killed for it.
Some of the slang was just bad, but in the same way it reminded me of my younger cousins and some of the terms they use in their vocabulary when I’ve spoken to them so that wasn’t too far off.
There were a couple things I took issue with and a lot of it had to do with being shown things but not seeing them in my imagination. Also, sometimes the language was a little bit too simplistic.
That’s not to say that I think there will be people who would not enjoy this book, because I’m certain there are. The world build is pretty in depth, even with a sport created to keep things a little bit tense and there is an edge of mystery involved I just believe there could have been some improvement.
Bad Descriptive Moments:
“I stepped groggily out of my bed and looked around the strange room. It was a huge dormitory with at least fifty other beds, all of them containing pale looking kids and teens. Not only couldn’t I remember who I was, I also felt very odd.”
“My bed was basically a flat rock with another rock on top of it as a pillow.”
“The smell of blood was so strong, I felt like a heart surgeon.”
It should be said as well that most of these examples were from the beginning of the novel, and not the end by which the pace, description and writing seemed to pick up.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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October 2, 2016*Review and Rating to Come*
October 10, 2014
I recieved a free copy in exchange for an honest review (David Estes Fans group).
I really wanted to like this book. But I just coouldn't. The plot was interesting but that was all.
I didn't like the characters at all. The only character I kind of liked was Mr FreeCut.
The main character, Marissa/Janice: I didn't like her in the very begimming when she was human and her name was Marissa. She seemed kind of stupid and superficial. When she woke up a vampire in the orphanage with no memory I thought "well, I might even like this new Marissa, now vampire Janice". No such luck. She was immature, stupid, superficial and made me want to bang my head against a wall 8 times out of 10. I mean, she's complaining about her ugly, granny clothes and the first thing she buys with her new money is a useless, stupid purse. I mean, seriously?!
Let's talk about the insta-love that I couldn't see or feel between Janice and Brett. They don't talk at all the first time they meet. Then when they meet again at a party they talk and dance and kiss. After two dates they already love each other. I mean, they actually declare their never-ending love. Gah! I wanted to gag!
Oh, yeah, let's talk about Brett: Lame, lame, lame, lame! Do I need to say more? Oh yeah, annoying and boring. And I didn't like him one bit. It annoyied me how bossy he wanted to be with Janice. And she was right in letting him go when he gave her that ultimatum. It's her f**king life we're talking about! And she's gonna do what goddamn she believes it's right! He came crawling back to her in the end.
So, in general, all the characters were kind of immature and superficial. Brett's parents were the worst of all.
The Vampire World was srange and maybe too surreal. I won't even start talking about the weird and less than original names. I mean, FangCut? BiteMore? BloodThirst? I wanted to snort and face-palm myself everytime a new freaking name came up in this crazy book.
I mean, the idea and the plot was good. But the substance was sorely disappointing. I've been tempted many times to quit. But I guess I'm just too stubborn and I needed to finish it and find out what all the fuss was about the fact that everyone was going after Janice, with bad and good intentions. I had to know what was so special about her. At some point I started to make up things in my mind, such as maybe she was meant to be a vampire hunter with kickass powers and strenght the likes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and instead she got turned into a vampire, on purpose. Or, she was the only human to get turned into vampire in centuries. Whatever, I just didn't expect what the truth was.
Anyway, I really, really wanted to give it 3 stars but I just can't. I thank the author for the book, but I'll have to be honest. I already had the book in my to-read list on GR when I found out about the R2R (meaning the plot was really interesting), but I'm glad it was a free read, because I wasn't very impressed with this book.
I really wanted to like this book. But I just coouldn't. The plot was interesting but that was all.
I didn't like the characters at all. The only character I kind of liked was Mr FreeCut.
The main character, Marissa/Janice: I didn't like her in the very begimming when she was human and her name was Marissa. She seemed kind of stupid and superficial. When she woke up a vampire in the orphanage with no memory I thought "well, I might even like this new Marissa, now vampire Janice". No such luck. She was immature, stupid, superficial and made me want to bang my head against a wall 8 times out of 10. I mean, she's complaining about her ugly, granny clothes and the first thing she buys with her new money is a useless, stupid purse. I mean, seriously?!
Let's talk about the insta-love that I couldn't see or feel between Janice and Brett. They don't talk at all the first time they meet. Then when they meet again at a party they talk and dance and kiss. After two dates they already love each other. I mean, they actually declare their never-ending love. Gah! I wanted to gag!
Oh, yeah, let's talk about Brett: Lame, lame, lame, lame! Do I need to say more? Oh yeah, annoying and boring. And I didn't like him one bit. It annoyied me how bossy he wanted to be with Janice. And she was right in letting him go when he gave her that ultimatum. It's her f**king life we're talking about! And she's gonna do what goddamn she believes it's right! He came crawling back to her in the end.
So, in general, all the characters were kind of immature and superficial. Brett's parents were the worst of all.
The Vampire World was srange and maybe too surreal. I won't even start talking about the weird and less than original names. I mean, FangCut? BiteMore? BloodThirst? I wanted to snort and face-palm myself everytime a new freaking name came up in this crazy book.
I mean, the idea and the plot was good. But the substance was sorely disappointing. I've been tempted many times to quit. But I guess I'm just too stubborn and I needed to finish it and find out what all the fuss was about the fact that everyone was going after Janice, with bad and good intentions. I had to know what was so special about her. At some point I started to make up things in my mind, such as maybe she was meant to be a vampire hunter with kickass powers and strenght the likes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and instead she got turned into a vampire, on purpose. Or, she was the only human to get turned into vampire in centuries. Whatever, I just didn't expect what the truth was.
Anyway, I really, really wanted to give it 3 stars but I just can't. I thank the author for the book, but I'll have to be honest. I already had the book in my to-read list on GR when I found out about the R2R (meaning the plot was really interesting), but I'm glad it was a free read, because I wasn't very impressed with this book.
July 17, 2014
I received Vampire World by Rich Douglas for free in a Goodreads giveaway.
This is my honest review of the book.
When I entered the giveaway, I assumed this was a YA or Paranormal Romance book. However, I found it to be aimed at a much younger crowd. I personally think of a YA as 16-25, but this book I think is a little young even for that age group. If you take out the sexual suggestions in this book, I think it would be great for 13-15 year olds.
With having said that, I will review the book.
Vampire World is about a 17 year old human named Marissa that is turned into a vampire, named Janice. Janice remembers nothing of her human life and is told a lie that she was in a horrible accident that killed her vampire parents. She awakes with no knowledge of who she is in a vampire orphanage. She is adopted but Mr. Freecut. I found a lot of the names to be silly but they go with the theme of the book for sure. Janice is not a relate-able character to me in any way. She is not relate-able or likable. She tends to be over hormonal and yelling without notice. She is conceited and has the dialogue of a bad 90's movie. "He was so fine", "I know my body is hot", etc... Not only is Janice conceited but be is very emotional. Some of the situations didn't call for such an aggressive response but Janice freaks out and becomes ridiculously 'macho'. Moving on... Janice is being targeted by several people in the book including a masked man who leaves her cryptic messages about knowing who she really is and throughout the book draws out an unnecessary way of telling her she was actually human. In doing this the masked man reveals that several people in her life are not who they say.
One peeve of mine is recycling names in a book. This happens a couple times in this story. Mr. Freecut's first name is not revealed in this book until a little more than halfway. His name is John. On the exact same page that his name is revealed, ANOTHER character, also named John is revealed. I don't understand why another name wasn't used. That's just a personal peeve of mine. Also the name Rob appears for two separate characters who are in no way supposed to symbolize each other.
The book wasn't bad in any way, just a little too young for me. I like characters I can relate to and hormonal, conceited 17 year old girls are not it. I really like vampire and other paranormal stories as well. There were several fragment sentences that started with "And" and "But" which could have easily been worked into the sentence before it.
Overall, the story was good and I would give it a 3.5. I do recommend, however, that the book be aimed for a younger crowd. I believe it would do really well among pre and young teens.
This is my honest review of the book.
When I entered the giveaway, I assumed this was a YA or Paranormal Romance book. However, I found it to be aimed at a much younger crowd. I personally think of a YA as 16-25, but this book I think is a little young even for that age group. If you take out the sexual suggestions in this book, I think it would be great for 13-15 year olds.
With having said that, I will review the book.
Vampire World is about a 17 year old human named Marissa that is turned into a vampire, named Janice. Janice remembers nothing of her human life and is told a lie that she was in a horrible accident that killed her vampire parents. She awakes with no knowledge of who she is in a vampire orphanage. She is adopted but Mr. Freecut. I found a lot of the names to be silly but they go with the theme of the book for sure. Janice is not a relate-able character to me in any way. She is not relate-able or likable. She tends to be over hormonal and yelling without notice. She is conceited and has the dialogue of a bad 90's movie. "He was so fine", "I know my body is hot", etc... Not only is Janice conceited but be is very emotional. Some of the situations didn't call for such an aggressive response but Janice freaks out and becomes ridiculously 'macho'. Moving on... Janice is being targeted by several people in the book including a masked man who leaves her cryptic messages about knowing who she really is and throughout the book draws out an unnecessary way of telling her she was actually human. In doing this the masked man reveals that several people in her life are not who they say.
One peeve of mine is recycling names in a book. This happens a couple times in this story. Mr. Freecut's first name is not revealed in this book until a little more than halfway. His name is John. On the exact same page that his name is revealed, ANOTHER character, also named John is revealed. I don't understand why another name wasn't used. That's just a personal peeve of mine. Also the name Rob appears for two separate characters who are in no way supposed to symbolize each other.
The book wasn't bad in any way, just a little too young for me. I like characters I can relate to and hormonal, conceited 17 year old girls are not it. I really like vampire and other paranormal stories as well. There were several fragment sentences that started with "And" and "But" which could have easily been worked into the sentence before it.
Overall, the story was good and I would give it a 3.5. I do recommend, however, that the book be aimed for a younger crowd. I believe it would do really well among pre and young teens.
September 29, 2013
This book was sent to me by the author in exchanhe for an honest review.
A new twist to add to all vampire books out there.
I read this book in two days flat, it's one of those books you just can't put down. At first I was a little disappointed because it wasn't looking all that promising, but those thoughts quickly changed.
Right from the start we're left with this mystery that takes the whole book to solve. We're all pretty damn sure she's human, well definitely at the beginning at least, but they were saying she was a vampire, and born a vampire. This is what confused me, because I was there thinking: "girl, you're a effin human that's why you called it a subway!!!! You is not some raised vampire chic."
I thought Mr Freecut was one of the kindest people in this book, just one of those characters you just wouldn't be able to have the book without. And that surprise at the end! Gosh I was thinking how could this old man be Martin? It was the same thing with Mr mysterious creepy stalker guy.
Every book likes to put their own view on the old vampire theory, I really liked that in this book they were off-world and about how they didn't die of old age but of this lack of blood. Rich as able to make us relate to this completely alien environment as one very similar to a city like London for example. With the trains, the upper class along with downtown, which was good.
the author keeps us on our toes, making sure we always want more. He uses creativity and shines a new light on to stereotypical vampire books. We're kept on our seats the whole time.
The storyline developed well, we got the clues as Marissa (her human name) was getting them, so we couldn't get ahead of the story as you can in some books. You really got to know each character. Rob, well there's always the mean guy who gets completely humiliated, and usually ends up dying, Rob was this guy. At first I thought they'd make a cute couple but as you get to see his true colours we suddenly got to see why he was the bad guy in this novel.
I really hope there will be more books to follow this, the author has made a great book. 4 big garlic shining stars from me.
A new twist to add to all vampire books out there.
I read this book in two days flat, it's one of those books you just can't put down. At first I was a little disappointed because it wasn't looking all that promising, but those thoughts quickly changed.
Right from the start we're left with this mystery that takes the whole book to solve. We're all pretty damn sure she's human, well definitely at the beginning at least, but they were saying she was a vampire, and born a vampire. This is what confused me, because I was there thinking: "girl, you're a effin human that's why you called it a subway!!!! You is not some raised vampire chic."
I thought Mr Freecut was one of the kindest people in this book, just one of those characters you just wouldn't be able to have the book without. And that surprise at the end! Gosh I was thinking how could this old man be Martin? It was the same thing with Mr mysterious creepy stalker guy.
Every book likes to put their own view on the old vampire theory, I really liked that in this book they were off-world and about how they didn't die of old age but of this lack of blood. Rich as able to make us relate to this completely alien environment as one very similar to a city like London for example. With the trains, the upper class along with downtown, which was good.
the author keeps us on our toes, making sure we always want more. He uses creativity and shines a new light on to stereotypical vampire books. We're kept on our seats the whole time.
The storyline developed well, we got the clues as Marissa (her human name) was getting them, so we couldn't get ahead of the story as you can in some books. You really got to know each character. Rob, well there's always the mean guy who gets completely humiliated, and usually ends up dying, Rob was this guy. At first I thought they'd make a cute couple but as you get to see his true colours we suddenly got to see why he was the bad guy in this novel.
I really hope there will be more books to follow this, the author has made a great book. 4 big garlic shining stars from me.
August 20, 2014
I would give this novel two stars but I'll admit that the author did manage to write a completely different world that didn't always make sense, but it's still a hard eat to pull off. Otherwise I found myself really not liking this novel, I tried too but some of it's quality's just were not for me.
Vampire World starts with a steamy make-out between some high school kids in the middle of the woods, then there's someone messing with them. When her boyfriend goes to check it out, screams emit from the forest, then she goes out looking for him. Suddenly Janice emerges in Vampire World with no recollection of her past life. She's only being told that her parents are dead and she is now in an orphanage, where the main food is blood and it's repulses her invigorates her at the same time. The cruel orphanage soon spits her out with a nice middle age vampire who shows her Vampire World. Where she finds a job, love, and a secret that could shake her very foundation.
One of the reasons I couldn't get into this was the main character. Janice is one of those people that doesn't know she's being conceited, judgmental or even rude. I know she means well, but she constantly compares shabby things to really nice things that she's seen other people have, then says but that doesn't matter to me. Constantly, so that you know it does matter to her, and it makes you not like her.
The setting of the story was one of an emo persons dreams. Or really anyone who's into artificial hair colors, piercings, and other dark side things, including glow in the dark tattoos. Something I've never really found appealing, but I know a lot of people that love that kind of thing and would find it appealing in a story, or rather an entire world where that is the fashion style, which I suppose make sense with our perception of vampires.
Vampire Worlds Janice was just like how I'm assuming she was on Earth. Which surprised me I expected a little more difference in the world but the main difference was the food and their fashion sense. A little more difference would have been good for the story.
Vampire World starts with a steamy make-out between some high school kids in the middle of the woods, then there's someone messing with them. When her boyfriend goes to check it out, screams emit from the forest, then she goes out looking for him. Suddenly Janice emerges in Vampire World with no recollection of her past life. She's only being told that her parents are dead and she is now in an orphanage, where the main food is blood and it's repulses her invigorates her at the same time. The cruel orphanage soon spits her out with a nice middle age vampire who shows her Vampire World. Where she finds a job, love, and a secret that could shake her very foundation.
One of the reasons I couldn't get into this was the main character. Janice is one of those people that doesn't know she's being conceited, judgmental or even rude. I know she means well, but she constantly compares shabby things to really nice things that she's seen other people have, then says but that doesn't matter to me. Constantly, so that you know it does matter to her, and it makes you not like her.
The setting of the story was one of an emo persons dreams. Or really anyone who's into artificial hair colors, piercings, and other dark side things, including glow in the dark tattoos. Something I've never really found appealing, but I know a lot of people that love that kind of thing and would find it appealing in a story, or rather an entire world where that is the fashion style, which I suppose make sense with our perception of vampires.
Vampire Worlds Janice was just like how I'm assuming she was on Earth. Which surprised me I expected a little more difference in the world but the main difference was the food and their fashion sense. A little more difference would have been good for the story.
June 11, 2014
Waking up with no memory of who or what you are is a lesson Janice is learning well. She finds herself in an orphanage, and is forced to live a lifestyle she knows nothing about. To make matters worse, she discovers that she's a vampire, and must conform to the new world's customs. It's either that, or suffer the consequences.
Telling herself that she can get the hang of things, Janice does her best to fit in. Granted, that's not easy when you're living in the midst of other vampires. All that changes when she's adopted and sent to live with the intriguing Mr. FreeCut. Though she's not sure as to what she should do, or how she should act, she tells herself that she'll do everything to co-exist with those around her. Surely, it can't be that difficult, right?
Immersing herself in her new environment, Janice soon realizes just how hard things can truly be. Things in this world are nothing like what she could have ever imagined them to be. Life is based on looks, money, and how much you can do for others. While that thought is daunting, she knows she needs to get herself together if she's to survive from day to day. The question is, how can she do when she's not exactly sure as to whom she can put her trust in from the get-go?
Vampire World is certainly a unique vampire story, though it's chock full of many cliches. The author immerses us in Janice's plight as she tries to discover the truth about herself. Life is hard, most especially for a vampire that doesn't have much to her name. The premise of the book is interesting, though I confess that I had trouble getting into certain parts of the book. I think it's because of the lack of necessary information in regards to Janice herself. Overall, the book is an intriguing read about a world full of vampires doing their best to co-exist amidst the chaos of their everyday lives.
Telling herself that she can get the hang of things, Janice does her best to fit in. Granted, that's not easy when you're living in the midst of other vampires. All that changes when she's adopted and sent to live with the intriguing Mr. FreeCut. Though she's not sure as to what she should do, or how she should act, she tells herself that she'll do everything to co-exist with those around her. Surely, it can't be that difficult, right?
Immersing herself in her new environment, Janice soon realizes just how hard things can truly be. Things in this world are nothing like what she could have ever imagined them to be. Life is based on looks, money, and how much you can do for others. While that thought is daunting, she knows she needs to get herself together if she's to survive from day to day. The question is, how can she do when she's not exactly sure as to whom she can put her trust in from the get-go?
Vampire World is certainly a unique vampire story, though it's chock full of many cliches. The author immerses us in Janice's plight as she tries to discover the truth about herself. Life is hard, most especially for a vampire that doesn't have much to her name. The premise of the book is interesting, though I confess that I had trouble getting into certain parts of the book. I think it's because of the lack of necessary information in regards to Janice herself. Overall, the book is an intriguing read about a world full of vampires doing their best to co-exist amidst the chaos of their everyday lives.
July 17, 2014
I won this book in a Goodreads First Reads contest.
I have to say, the concept of the book was intriguing and I love a good vampire story. Sadly, I kept being taken right out of the story by the characterization of the main character Marissa/Janice. The character was written very vapid in nature. The way all the female characters were depicted was off. It seems that according to the world of the book, all females are obsessed with how beautiful they are and get mad if people make despairing comments about their looks. It also made it seem like females only care about what men can buy them to enhance their beauty. Female sin the book also seemed to only be interested in making out with hunky men and like being called "girl" and "baby".I am not sure if all this was a character choice for the world the author created or not but it was really eye rolling and grating to read. It kept taking me right out of the story as I was reading the book because it was so unlike how any female is in real life.
The set up of the story was interesting and I wish it had been better executed. It seemed very cardboard and didn't seem real. Of course the idea of a Vampire planet isn't in any way a realistic thing but the story just didn't have flow because of the writing style. I also cringed at the way work went for Marissa/Janice at the clothing store because that is not how a retail store really operates. If only the job were that easy and one could get promoted to manager for quickly finding clothing for customers and being pretty.
I really wanted to like this book and really was fascinated with the set-up. I am sure other readers may not have the same issues I had with the book so the star rating I am giving is 3 stars. It is a sold book but just not to my liking in the character department.
I have to say, the concept of the book was intriguing and I love a good vampire story. Sadly, I kept being taken right out of the story by the characterization of the main character Marissa/Janice. The character was written very vapid in nature. The way all the female characters were depicted was off. It seems that according to the world of the book, all females are obsessed with how beautiful they are and get mad if people make despairing comments about their looks. It also made it seem like females only care about what men can buy them to enhance their beauty. Female sin the book also seemed to only be interested in making out with hunky men and like being called "girl" and "baby".I am not sure if all this was a character choice for the world the author created or not but it was really eye rolling and grating to read. It kept taking me right out of the story as I was reading the book because it was so unlike how any female is in real life.
The set up of the story was interesting and I wish it had been better executed. It seemed very cardboard and didn't seem real. Of course the idea of a Vampire planet isn't in any way a realistic thing but the story just didn't have flow because of the writing style. I also cringed at the way work went for Marissa/Janice at the clothing store because that is not how a retail store really operates. If only the job were that easy and one could get promoted to manager for quickly finding clothing for customers and being pretty.
I really wanted to like this book and really was fascinated with the set-up. I am sure other readers may not have the same issues I had with the book so the star rating I am giving is 3 stars. It is a sold book but just not to my liking in the character department.
September 4, 2013
I really loved that this story was so unique, this has to be the first vampire book I have read that actually gives vampires their own world. This book grabbed my attention and had me hooked from the very first page. The main character Janice FreeCut is a normal teenage girl out on a date with her boyfriend when she is attacked and bitten by a vampire. When she wakes she finds herself in a strange new world filled with vampires, exotic creatures, strange rituals and amazing landscapes. From the moment she opens her eyes and realizes she has no memory of who or what she may be, Janice is determined to make the best of her situation. I loved Janice's character the most, she was a fighter and didn't take crap from anyone. I really liked the authors description of vampire world, from the sweet clothes and tattoos to the scenery. Janice and Brett had a cute but humorous relationship in my opinion. Some of their conversations were hilarious to me, but I have to admit I was rooting for them to make things work throughout the story. You get a little bit of everything with this terrific story, drama,heartache,action,mystery and suspense. I was honestly on the edge of my seat up until the very end and was genuinely surprised by the ending. I would think the story was going to go in one direction and it ended up with a totally different outcome. I would have gave this book five stars but there were quite a few grammatical errors that I noticed a lot throughout the course of the story. This in no way took away from the story. I want to thank the author Rich Douglas for allowing me to read this fantastic book!!! * I received this book free from the author in exchange for an honest review*
September 6, 2014
VAMPIRE WORLD by Rich Douglas
I received a free paperback copy of this book through the Goodreads Giveaway program. In exchange for the book I am posting my honest review.
This book is definitely geared towards teenage girls, not adult readers.
It is an original take on the typical Vampire story. While there are romantic elements, that is not the book's main storyline.
Marissa is attacked one night and wakes up on a planet called Vampire World. Obviously, this planet is inhabited by vampires. Who else would the population be of such an imaginatively named planet?
When Marissa awakes, she has absolutely no memories and doesn't even know her name. She is told that her name is Janice and that she had been in accident. She is informed that she is now a ward of the Bitemore Orphanage, since her parents were killed in the same accident that claimed her memory.
She struggles to find her way in this strange new world. Mysterious strangers leave her clues to some great secret and she stumbles into knowledge of the criminal TriFang organization.
The storyline is imaginative and the author has even created an entirely new sport. However, much of the book comes across as juvenile and the characters lack any real depth. It is this lack of depth that keeps the reader from being emotionally engaged with Janice's struggles. She comes across as very immature even though she is supposedly in her late teens.
I give this book 2.5 out of 5 stars purely for its originality. However, I believe that tween and young teen girls will probably enjoy it much more than I did.
I received a free paperback copy of this book through the Goodreads Giveaway program. In exchange for the book I am posting my honest review.
This book is definitely geared towards teenage girls, not adult readers.
It is an original take on the typical Vampire story. While there are romantic elements, that is not the book's main storyline.
Marissa is attacked one night and wakes up on a planet called Vampire World. Obviously, this planet is inhabited by vampires. Who else would the population be of such an imaginatively named planet?
When Marissa awakes, she has absolutely no memories and doesn't even know her name. She is told that her name is Janice and that she had been in accident. She is informed that she is now a ward of the Bitemore Orphanage, since her parents were killed in the same accident that claimed her memory.
She struggles to find her way in this strange new world. Mysterious strangers leave her clues to some great secret and she stumbles into knowledge of the criminal TriFang organization.
The storyline is imaginative and the author has even created an entirely new sport. However, much of the book comes across as juvenile and the characters lack any real depth. It is this lack of depth that keeps the reader from being emotionally engaged with Janice's struggles. She comes across as very immature even though she is supposedly in her late teens.
I give this book 2.5 out of 5 stars purely for its originality. However, I believe that tween and young teen girls will probably enjoy it much more than I did.
October 31, 2013
Vampire World by Rich Douglas is awesome and very different from any of the Vampire books I have read. The story is very interesting and had my attention right from the start.
What would you do if all of a sudden you woke up in a strange place, no idea of what had happened and who you are? I know if it happened to me I would definitely freak out!
This is the story of Marissa. She was out with her boyfriend one evening when something really awful had happened to her. She was attacked by someone or something. She wakes up all of a sudden and finds herself in a cruel orphanage in Vampire World with no memory of her past, and has a strange craving for blood. She realizes later on that she was bit and that she is now a Vampire. The mean owner of the orphanage mentions the name Janice so that is the name that she is going by now.
Janice’s journey begins when Mr. John Freecut, an older Vampire, adopts her. She is now free of the cruel orphanage. Their relationship for each other will grow stronger as they live together. Through out the journey, Janice will learn how to adjust to her new world, she will meet new people and will also find out things about her past.
As I was reading, I felt like I was on this journey with Janice learning how to live in a Vampire World.
Rich Douglas has done an awesome job and I am looking forward to reading more of his books in the future. Vampire World is a must read so I definitely recommend my friends to check it out.
What would you do if all of a sudden you woke up in a strange place, no idea of what had happened and who you are? I know if it happened to me I would definitely freak out!
This is the story of Marissa. She was out with her boyfriend one evening when something really awful had happened to her. She was attacked by someone or something. She wakes up all of a sudden and finds herself in a cruel orphanage in Vampire World with no memory of her past, and has a strange craving for blood. She realizes later on that she was bit and that she is now a Vampire. The mean owner of the orphanage mentions the name Janice so that is the name that she is going by now.
Janice’s journey begins when Mr. John Freecut, an older Vampire, adopts her. She is now free of the cruel orphanage. Their relationship for each other will grow stronger as they live together. Through out the journey, Janice will learn how to adjust to her new world, she will meet new people and will also find out things about her past.
As I was reading, I felt like I was on this journey with Janice learning how to live in a Vampire World.
Rich Douglas has done an awesome job and I am looking forward to reading more of his books in the future. Vampire World is a must read so I definitely recommend my friends to check it out.
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October 11, 2013I was provided a free copy of this in exchange for an honest review.
Vampire World by Rich Douglas: Wow... Let go with the target audience of young teens. From this viewpoint, I can see how this book would be appealing. Marissa is a young, beautiful, popular cheerleader. She has everything she needs and turns head wherever she goes. Then in the middle of a date one night, she is whisked away to another world and finds that she can't remember anything and that she is a vampire. Now being called Janice she wakes up in an orphanage and is still the envy of her peers. Soon after she is adopted by Mr. FreeCut and introduced to the very red life of Vampire World. (no, really, that’s the name of the state that the vampires live in)
I can see how this would be tempting for an adolescent, it’s a break for the normal where a young beautiful girl is the desire of all around here and is doted on constantly. From an adult’s perspective, I found it very lacking. Caution, not suitable for adults over the age of 18. From the over use of certain words, to the far fetched story and the bad decisions the main character, Janice, makes I just wanted it to be over. I really hate to say that because I love most to everything I read, but I just couldn’t wait to the end. This really does seem intended for young, young adults.
Vampire World by Rich Douglas: Wow... Let go with the target audience of young teens. From this viewpoint, I can see how this book would be appealing. Marissa is a young, beautiful, popular cheerleader. She has everything she needs and turns head wherever she goes. Then in the middle of a date one night, she is whisked away to another world and finds that she can't remember anything and that she is a vampire. Now being called Janice she wakes up in an orphanage and is still the envy of her peers. Soon after she is adopted by Mr. FreeCut and introduced to the very red life of Vampire World. (no, really, that’s the name of the state that the vampires live in)
I can see how this would be tempting for an adolescent, it’s a break for the normal where a young beautiful girl is the desire of all around here and is doted on constantly. From an adult’s perspective, I found it very lacking. Caution, not suitable for adults over the age of 18. From the over use of certain words, to the far fetched story and the bad decisions the main character, Janice, makes I just wanted it to be over. I really hate to say that because I love most to everything I read, but I just couldn’t wait to the end. This really does seem intended for young, young adults.
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April 30, 2014I got a free e-copy of this book from the author, for a honest review.
I'm sorry, but I can not give a sufficient review. I could not finish, at least at the moment. I have more questions, than answers.
I do like many aspects of Vampire World. I do like some of the characters, I just feel that everything was forced and falls close to perfect for Janice; I'm sorry but if I woke up not remembering anything of my past, why would she not asked more questions, She didn't feel her name was quite right, but let's go with it, no hmmmm. There's that whole instant love going on, ((no, just no)). Also, just a few days in a job, BAM, SHE becomes assistant manager, is there only two people working there plus the owner? I don't understand the Dracula reference, though probably I never finished. I understood TriFang.
I think this book has a ton of potential, but at it's current form, I'm just no longer interested, mainly because I feel the story is forced, and I can't help but go, 'how did that happen? I don't believe it's just that simple', also if she has no past, how does she catch the Vampire lingo so quickly, even I have issues with lingo.
I just can't believe in the story, I know it's fictional, but all great stories have the ability to feel possible, and this story lacks the feel. I do want this story to work.
I'm sorry, but I can not give a sufficient review. I could not finish, at least at the moment. I have more questions, than answers.
I do like many aspects of Vampire World. I do like some of the characters, I just feel that everything was forced and falls close to perfect for Janice; I'm sorry but if I woke up not remembering anything of my past, why would she not asked more questions, She didn't feel her name was quite right, but let's go with it, no hmmmm. There's that whole instant love going on, ((no, just no)). Also, just a few days in a job, BAM, SHE becomes assistant manager, is there only two people working there plus the owner? I don't understand the Dracula reference, though probably I never finished. I understood TriFang.
I think this book has a ton of potential, but at it's current form, I'm just no longer interested, mainly because I feel the story is forced, and I can't help but go, 'how did that happen? I don't believe it's just that simple', also if she has no past, how does she catch the Vampire lingo so quickly, even I have issues with lingo.
I just can't believe in the story, I know it's fictional, but all great stories have the ability to feel possible, and this story lacks the feel. I do want this story to work.
May 30, 2014
*I was given a copy of this book in return for an honest review*
Vampire World, a book exactly as the title states. A world of vampires filled with chaos and beauty much like our own world.
The main character Janice was a little hard for me to get. She was full of herself yet felt sorry for herself at the same time. I guess I just couldn't relate to her personality but in the end I grew to appreciate a different view of peoples attitude and intelligence. After reading this book I am definitely happy the author stepped away from the typical vampire-human relationship. Rich Douglas did a fantastic job introducing the vampire world. So imaginative and creative! This book had a great storyline. I was excited to see so many empowering moments and fireball!!! What can I say, that would be an awesome tournament to watch!
However there was a few minor misspellings and a few sentences that didn't make sense at first. I also noticed a lot of the same descriptive words being used over and over again, making some parts a little like a broken record (thinking to myself - is this place the same as the other?!).
Easy to look past though because the book was so exciting.
Other than that I really enjoyed reading this book. I can't wait for the next book to come out! I would recommend this book to everyone. It has romance, mystery and tons of action!
Vampire World, a book exactly as the title states. A world of vampires filled with chaos and beauty much like our own world.
The main character Janice was a little hard for me to get. She was full of herself yet felt sorry for herself at the same time. I guess I just couldn't relate to her personality but in the end I grew to appreciate a different view of peoples attitude and intelligence. After reading this book I am definitely happy the author stepped away from the typical vampire-human relationship. Rich Douglas did a fantastic job introducing the vampire world. So imaginative and creative! This book had a great storyline. I was excited to see so many empowering moments and fireball!!! What can I say, that would be an awesome tournament to watch!
However there was a few minor misspellings and a few sentences that didn't make sense at first. I also noticed a lot of the same descriptive words being used over and over again, making some parts a little like a broken record (thinking to myself - is this place the same as the other?!).
Easy to look past though because the book was so exciting.
Other than that I really enjoyed reading this book. I can't wait for the next book to come out! I would recommend this book to everyone. It has romance, mystery and tons of action!
May 27, 2014
Vampire world is the story of Marisa, a normal teenage girl with good friends, and a hot boyfriend. Everything is great until she is in an accident and wakes up in a strange and terrifying place called Vampire World. She has no memories of her former life, not even her name, but for her the strangest part is that she is now a vampire! As she acclimates to the frightening new home (and new name), she has to learn how to live and fit in and she slowly learns how to get along. She has help in her adoptive father, and new friend she meets at her first job. Then in her super sweet and hot boyfriend, Bret. Things get scary when a secret person sends her messages and leads her on missions to find the truth about Vamipre world and her past.
I have very mixed feelings about this book. At times it seemed like a paranormal romance/mystery, but at other times it seemed like a political thriller set in a world of vampires. I enjoyed the story. The romance parts were sweet and I found it fascinating when she was learning to navigate her new life. But the strange clues and secret society weren't really my cup of tea. I can't say I loved this book, but I do feel strangely compelled to find out how the story concludes, so I suppose the author did a well enough job of intriguing me.
I have very mixed feelings about this book. At times it seemed like a paranormal romance/mystery, but at other times it seemed like a political thriller set in a world of vampires. I enjoyed the story. The romance parts were sweet and I found it fascinating when she was learning to navigate her new life. But the strange clues and secret society weren't really my cup of tea. I can't say I loved this book, but I do feel strangely compelled to find out how the story concludes, so I suppose the author did a well enough job of intriguing me.
October 10, 2014
First off, this book was written with YOUNG PA readers in mind, not adult readers. The characters are well written and it has a great plot. Every kid in school has a Janice and every kid in school either wants to hate or like her instantly. Vampire World was written for a young reader about 10 to 16 years old. I believe this age group would really like this book. The characters are all sort of out for their own person and love material possessions. Janice the main character is all about having the best and looking like everyone else. It is not that she wants to be better she just wants to not stand out. As boys vie for her attention and girls some nice some mean allow her to be a part of the in crowd, Janice has a secret that needs to be known but her mysterious riddle deliverer wants her to hunt the secret down. This hunting puts her life and many others in danger because of the little things she sees and finds out. Like I said this book is for younger readers it is not truly original in names but it does have a lot of fantasy thoughts in the clothes and the world itself. Again this is NOT for the adult reader it is for a younger reader. Read with the view of a child’s mind this book is fantastic!
January 18, 2014
First, I received this book for free in exchange for a honest review LoP. I gave this book a two, there are no halves on the star system or it would actually be 2.5 stars. I love the idea of the story, there is actually a lot that can be done with it. For me the story was to simple as far as how the characters talked. It felt like the author was writing for dim witted people instead of intelligent people. The main character is totally stuck on herself and her looks, that is a turnoff right there. Words were over used. As a teenager I would not have even finished this book, because of how it reads. But again, if the author took his time and rewrote the book, without over using words and making Janice seem like a self center simpleton, the world building is great and the story has potential. Keep at it Rich Douglas and I am sure it can be an awesome story.
November 2, 2014
DNF 7%
I just can't read it. The writing is jerky and bad and the MC is a whiny, vain, immature girl.
I knew right away it was going to be bad.
Idiot moment #1
There's 12 missing people so her idiot boyfriend decides to take her out in the woods.
Idiot moment #2
Boyfriend follows the stranger
He was heading toward the woods.
“Where are you going?” I yelled. “You don’t know what’s out there. What about all those people disappearing?”
He paused briefly and turned around.
“Don’t be stupid, Marissa. I’m six foot-four. A big guy! I can handle myself. Just stay here while I go hunt down the asshole that did this.”
Idiot moment #3
When boyfriend screams she decides to go into the woods to look for him.
I mean really???
I just can't read it. The writing is jerky and bad and the MC is a whiny, vain, immature girl.
I knew right away it was going to be bad.
Idiot moment #1
There's 12 missing people so her idiot boyfriend decides to take her out in the woods.
Idiot moment #2
Boyfriend follows the stranger
He was heading toward the woods.
“Where are you going?” I yelled. “You don’t know what’s out there. What about all those people disappearing?”
He paused briefly and turned around.
“Don’t be stupid, Marissa. I’m six foot-four. A big guy! I can handle myself. Just stay here while I go hunt down the asshole that did this.”
Idiot moment #3
When boyfriend screams she decides to go into the woods to look for him.
I mean really???
October 18, 2014
Not only does this book need editing (see below), it's full of shallow stereotypes. The super hot, popular, vapid, selfish cheerleader dating the football player gets kidnapped and then blames everyone else for her own shortcomings. What makes me want to read this garbage? Okay fine, I do have to say the author has created a lot of terms, a world, etc for the vampires, which is pretty cool. Unfortunately his main character is ridiculous and unrelatable.
"Not only couldn't I remember who I was, I also felt very odd." This might just be me being picky but seriously this sounds awkward.
"You're blood," I said. "You spilled it." YOUR! SMH.
"...although some were much more souped up than others." Souped = excited or is the past tense for 'soup'. I think you mean 'suped'?
"Not only couldn't I remember who I was, I also felt very odd." This might just be me being picky but seriously this sounds awkward.
"You're blood," I said. "You spilled it." YOUR! SMH.
"...although some were much more souped up than others." Souped = excited or is the past tense for 'soup'. I think you mean 'suped'?
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