Having just completed book 11 in Charlaine Harris' series, I am filled with a sense of sadness that I have turned the last page and a pang of disappointment that this novel feels more transitional than stand-alone. The main protagonist, Miss Stackhouse, finds herself involved in yet another dilemma- this time concerning the status of her relationship with her beloved, Eric, as well as his future in the vampire kingdom. Glimpses of well-developed characters in past novels seem only to make cameo appearances leaving the reader with several unanswered questions. Usually the Dead novels are a one-night read, this time the pull of the novel did not seem to occur until nearly 80% of the pages had been read. Nevertheless, I will impatiently wait for book 12 in which I am hopeful I will find the answers to which I am looking.
If choosing this novel for book club, it is worth the attempt to experience the novel as much as possible as a means to not only spark conversation, but also to immerse the reader into the pages. Thus, without a doubt, to set the ambiance, play Elvis' "Kentucky Rain," "In the Ghetto," and "JailhouseRock." Refreshments could include Miss Stackhouse's cheese straws- crisp with the right amount of spice- salted pecans, Maxine's punch, a delicious cake from the bakery, and, of course, plenty of V8 disguised in bottles with the True Blood label.
Charlaine Harris
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