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The Last Vampire #3-4
Red Dice and Phantom
Surviving through countless centuries, Alisa is beautiful, strong and deadly. The US government is in pursuit of Alisa and her partner, intent on obtaining their vampire DNA. Alisa has no choice but to go on the run. She cannot allow her blood to seep into the public domain. It is way too deadly and dangerous. Alisa then makes a discovery that both delights and terrifies her. If all plays out as she hopes she will finally know happiness, if not she faces untold tragedy and danger. And all the time a powerful force is watching over Alisa. Someone who knows all that ever was, and all that will be ...
384 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 1998
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Christopher Pike
262 books5,505 followersChristopher Pike is the pseudonym of Kevin McFadden. He is a bestselling author of young adult and children's fiction who specializes in the thriller genre.
Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name.
McFadden was born in New York but grew up in California where he stills lives in today. A college drop-out, he did factory work, painted houses and programmed computers before becoming a recognized author. Initially unsuccessful when he set out to write science fiction and adult mystery, it was not until his work caught the attention of an editor who suggested he write a teen thriller that he became a hit. The result was Slumber Party (1985), a book about a group of teenagers who run into bizarre and violent events during a ski weekend. After that he wrote Weekend and Chain Letter. All three books went on to become bestsellers.
Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name.
McFadden was born in New York but grew up in California where he stills lives in today. A college drop-out, he did factory work, painted houses and programmed computers before becoming a recognized author. Initially unsuccessful when he set out to write science fiction and adult mystery, it was not until his work caught the attention of an editor who suggested he write a teen thriller that he became a hit. The result was Slumber Party (1985), a book about a group of teenagers who run into bizarre and violent events during a ski weekend. After that he wrote Weekend and Chain Letter. All three books went on to become bestsellers.
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August 31, 2013
Red Dice
This entry earns two stars - it is on par with the previous book but has more of an interesting plot - it would get three on its own but the fact that Sita escapes at the end of the book thanks to a brand new power she gains just for this story (special snowflake/Mary Sue style) always made me roll my eyes so it gets knocked down a star.
This entry has one of my favourite scenes - the cell scene where Sita acts like a giant spider. For years that kind of imagery, of vampires as these creatures of the night that are the scariest things out there, remained with me... it's a shame that so few vampire novels use that aspect of their nature any more.
Phantom
This is about as good as the first book, but I note on the re-reads that there is a lot more to these books than I picked up on when I first read them. The books were never subtle () but it looks like I still missed some things... I never really thought that Pikes books would be the type that you could get different things out of on re-reading (Master of Murder I certainly didn't) but it seems like I was wrong...
Kalika is an interesting character and I am glad that she gets a two book run as opposed to the other 'big bads' (Yaksha, Eddie and Arturo/General Havor)... I do wish we didn't say Ray again though...
This entry earns two stars - it is on par with the previous book but has more of an interesting plot - it would get three on its own but the fact that Sita escapes at the end of the book thanks to a brand new power she gains just for this story (special snowflake/Mary Sue style) always made me roll my eyes so it gets knocked down a star.
This entry has one of my favourite scenes - the cell scene where Sita acts like a giant spider. For years that kind of imagery, of vampires as these creatures of the night that are the scariest things out there, remained with me... it's a shame that so few vampire novels use that aspect of their nature any more.
Phantom
This is about as good as the first book, but I note on the re-reads that there is a lot more to these books than I picked up on when I first read them. The books were never subtle () but it looks like I still missed some things... I never really thought that Pikes books would be the type that you could get different things out of on re-reading (Master of Murder I certainly didn't) but it seems like I was wrong...
Kalika is an interesting character and I am glad that she gets a two book run as opposed to the other 'big bads' (Yaksha, Eddie and Arturo/General Havor)... I do wish we didn't say Ray again though...
March 10, 2026
The Last Vampire series was so captivating from beginning to end. I initially thought it was a trilogy until I saw the fourth book at Readers Warehouse. I thought we ended on a good note in book three. The editions I read contained two books in one, which allowed for a seamless flow through the series, a bit repetitive at times. I did, at one point, get series fatigue, but jeez, was it action-packed. This was the first vampire book I read centered around the origin of the first vampire, and it was so refreshing. Throughout the series, I got the vibe of the movie The Old Guard.
This unique vampire series centres around the life of Alisa Perne, known to only a few as Sita. She believes she is the last vampire on Earth. In books 1 & 2, Alisa is threatened with her life secret being exposed, and the knowledge that someone wants her dead. She comes face-to-face with an ancient evil, but also makes new friends and foes along the way. Books 3 & 4: Alisa is on the run, she faces hardships, life-altering decisions, and encounters betrayals. Books 5 & 6, it’s a matter of life and death for Alisa and those in proximity to her. In Book 4, we see how lonely Alisa is. Could she find companionship? A family? One where people aren’t after her blood or trying to kill her, and at what cost? She literally had to fight her way to gain the title of The Last Vampire.
This series explores themes of our struggle for identity, love, loss, and sacrifice. Reading about someone so powerful having moments of vulnerability is so tender, you can’t help but reflect on your own humanity. One of the most significant themes Christopher Pike brings across in such a fascinating way is Religion and how Alisa experiences her spiritual encounters with Krishna. Pike’s use of historical events contributes to a more believable read. I did, however, come across some plot holes, but I managed to overlook them because the storyline was so extremely interesting.
Because things are so fast-paced, you really don’t get much time to connect with the characters. Initially, Alisa was hella confident but cold, However, you do see some character development as you read further along. Overall, this was a really great series, and because I felt the books were essentially on the same level, it could have been one long book. I had to rate it the same.
This unique vampire series centres around the life of Alisa Perne, known to only a few as Sita. She believes she is the last vampire on Earth. In books 1 & 2, Alisa is threatened with her life secret being exposed, and the knowledge that someone wants her dead. She comes face-to-face with an ancient evil, but also makes new friends and foes along the way. Books 3 & 4: Alisa is on the run, she faces hardships, life-altering decisions, and encounters betrayals. Books 5 & 6, it’s a matter of life and death for Alisa and those in proximity to her. In Book 4, we see how lonely Alisa is. Could she find companionship? A family? One where people aren’t after her blood or trying to kill her, and at what cost? She literally had to fight her way to gain the title of The Last Vampire.
This series explores themes of our struggle for identity, love, loss, and sacrifice. Reading about someone so powerful having moments of vulnerability is so tender, you can’t help but reflect on your own humanity. One of the most significant themes Christopher Pike brings across in such a fascinating way is Religion and how Alisa experiences her spiritual encounters with Krishna. Pike’s use of historical events contributes to a more believable read. I did, however, come across some plot holes, but I managed to overlook them because the storyline was so extremely interesting.
Because things are so fast-paced, you really don’t get much time to connect with the characters. Initially, Alisa was hella confident but cold, However, you do see some character development as you read further along. Overall, this was a really great series, and because I felt the books were essentially on the same level, it could have been one long book. I had to rate it the same.
October 9, 2021
Even though the part where Alisa had self-doubts in the first part of book 3 (Red Dice) was a little hard to get through for me, the combat scenes and the ending in the rest of the book made up for it!
May 24, 2017
I LOVED THIS SERIES !!!! Sita was one of my childhood heroes !!
June 8, 2021
I've got mixed feelings about this series yet again! I like the pacing and the action. But, the plot and characters' choices aren't making much sense. At least this is how I feel about it...
June 26, 2021
I didn't think I would actually enjoy these books but i am doing. Looking forward to book 5 and 6 now.
September 6, 2012
i liked this book very very much i thought it was a little complicated at first since i havnt read the first 2 books but i got it anyways .
this book is about a vampire girl named alisa she is strong and beutiful . she survived through many centuries .the us goverment was after her to get her DNA . but she couldnt allow them to see her blood since it is vampire blood and it was very dangerous and deadly so the book is about how she escapes with the DNA and all .
i recommend this book if you like vampires and action .
this book is about a vampire girl named alisa she is strong and beutiful . she survived through many centuries .the us goverment was after her to get her DNA . but she couldnt allow them to see her blood since it is vampire blood and it was very dangerous and deadly so the book is about how she escapes with the DNA and all .
i recommend this book if you like vampires and action .
September 9, 2017
Title: Red Dice / Phantom
Series: The Last Vampire (#3-4)
Author: Christopher Pike
Genre: Fantasy
Rating: 3.5 stars
This book was better than the first, most likely because of the storyline. It was more interesting.
Also we got to see Alisa grow a little more as a character which was good. She was still cold, but it wasn't quite as overpowering, I guess. It was bearable. She had to be cold in some situations.
There are still voice issues though, which is really disconcerting to read. It's off-putting.
Series: The Last Vampire (#3-4)
Author: Christopher Pike
Genre: Fantasy
Rating: 3.5 stars
This book was better than the first, most likely because of the storyline. It was more interesting.
Also we got to see Alisa grow a little more as a character which was good. She was still cold, but it wasn't quite as overpowering, I guess. It was bearable. She had to be cold in some situations.
There are still voice issues though, which is really disconcerting to read. It's off-putting.
December 16, 2009
This was an alright sequel, about as good as the first. I'm still not the biggest fan of this series. The characters are too uncaring for my taste and the story's too dark and i guess, not emotional enough. This one i found slightly more interesting than the first book and i'll read the last one. Simply to find out how things end.....
January 18, 2011
the title "LAST VAMPIRE" isnt even right. I mean 50% of the book she herself isnt even a vampire... urgh!
its Pradictable to say the least, and she has totally lost her fire, in the 1st part she was cool wicked and lethal, now she is imagining ex's?! I mean wtf?!?!
Going to read the last one just to see if it makes amends for this one... but I really really doubt it.
its Pradictable to say the least, and she has totally lost her fire, in the 1st part she was cool wicked and lethal, now she is imagining ex's?! I mean wtf?!?!
Going to read the last one just to see if it makes amends for this one... but I really really doubt it.
September 27, 2010
I liked the first volume more, but maybe because this book was so much different than what I expected it to be.. Nevertheless this is a book with a weird ending so that I find the need to go and read volume 3
February 17, 2012
You know that frustration that you feel when a main character keeps doing stupid things? That's how I perpetually feel about this series. I see traps long before Alisa does, it also takes her much longer to discover major plot points – and I don't have super powers!
October 11, 2012
This 3rd & 4th novel in the series was even better than the 1st 2 novels action packed n very fast paced no time 2 get bored with the power packed 5000 yr old vampire Sita also known as Alisa n Lara!!!
December 2, 2018
See my reviews for Thirst No.1 and Thirst No.2.
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October 18, 2010It Was Good
June 28, 2011
The first book took my a bit to get in to but once in you are Hooked!!
Another series I have thoroughly enjoyed.
Another series I have thoroughly enjoyed.
November 19, 2014
There was some interesting stuff in here but at times it was s little predictable, what might happen next… although there were times when it caught me off guard…
December 18, 2012
Better than the first 2!!!
September 10, 2016
See Thirst Book 1 & 2 Review
October 9, 2015
Love it (sing song voice)
June 27, 2010
OMG!!!!!!! that's all i can say!!! ^_^
April 30, 2017
I both loved and hated this book.
The first part "red dice" we see our favourite vampire, have to take on a horde of police officers to try and outrun the mess she created by finishing Eddie (the vilian) off. Then we next move onto the Government who capture Joel who to use him as bait for Sita and we meet Andy (the scientist) who has a very interesting past that is connected to Sita but I won't spoil it for others. At this point we see a very dark side to Sita, in that she is a deadly being who will take no prisoners and will not take kindly to being captured and locked up. Go bad ass Vampire
The next book "Phantom" I bloody couldn't stand. I loved the First book and I couldn't understand why the author turned Sita back into a human. She was amazing as a vampire she had class, was kick ass and super fearless. He even gave her the ability to have a child again which turned out to be the worst possible thing as the child is psychotic and a reincarnation of the most feared Indian god there was. Scary stuff. I only read a few chapters and I wanted to put the book down because I actually got scared. Don't ask me why I couldn't tell, but I persevered because I wanted to find out how it would end. And then it is left on a cliffhanger I was not happy, I need the next book to figure it out.
Will be moving into the next to find out though very soon. All in all I did enjoy the read.
The first part "red dice" we see our favourite vampire, have to take on a horde of police officers to try and outrun the mess she created by finishing Eddie (the vilian) off. Then we next move onto the Government who capture Joel who to use him as bait for Sita and we meet Andy (the scientist) who has a very interesting past that is connected to Sita but I won't spoil it for others. At this point we see a very dark side to Sita, in that she is a deadly being who will take no prisoners and will not take kindly to being captured and locked up. Go bad ass Vampire
The next book "Phantom" I bloody couldn't stand. I loved the First book and I couldn't understand why the author turned Sita back into a human. She was amazing as a vampire she had class, was kick ass and super fearless. He even gave her the ability to have a child again which turned out to be the worst possible thing as the child is psychotic and a reincarnation of the most feared Indian god there was. Scary stuff. I only read a few chapters and I wanted to put the book down because I actually got scared. Don't ask me why I couldn't tell, but I persevered because I wanted to find out how it would end. And then it is left on a cliffhanger I was not happy, I need the next book to figure it out.
Will be moving into the next to find out though very soon. All in all I did enjoy the read.
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