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Ellen hasn't seen Andy for years - and the transformation is incredible. He's tall, with high cheekbones and tousled hair. If Ellen was normal, she'd have a massive crush on him. But Ellen is dying. Her illness is a mystery. It's as if all the strength is slowly being sucked from her. What dark force is reaching out to claim her, draining her lifeblood away? A dark, compelling vampire thriller from the author of WITCH CHILD.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is probably one of my favourite fictional books. Celia Rees shares her incredible talent for writing in this dark, mysterious and intriguing novel, which I had to admit, had me hooked from page one. The plot is complex but is one that leaves you thinking... It's a brilliant all-round book with some wonderful and enigmatic characters. I STRONGLY recommend this book to ALL vampire fans - it's a book I guarantee you will not regret reading if you get the chance. If you're in to dark fictional novels like Dracula or are simply a fan of fantasy-fiction horror in general, you must buy this!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This was a re-read. I originally read it a long time ago when it was still being advertised as part of the Point Horror Unleashed series. I loved it back then and would have given it five stars.
After re-reading it though I guess my reading tastes have matured and now I find it to be missing in explanations and down-right unbelievable in parts. I guess it should be unbelievable as it's a vampire story but how do you explain it when the main characters nurse suddenly becomes her best friend and willing to die for her after a short conversation about vampires.
It's a very good plot that would have worked well if the book was maybe an extra 200 pages long. At only 200 pages there just wasn't enough room for the development that was so sorely needed.
After re-reading it though I guess my reading tastes have matured and now I find it to be missing in explanations and down-right unbelievable in parts. I guess it should be unbelievable as it's a vampire story but how do you explain it when the main characters nurse suddenly becomes her best friend and willing to die for her after a short conversation about vampires.
It's a very good plot that would have worked well if the book was maybe an extra 200 pages long. At only 200 pages there just wasn't enough room for the development that was so sorely needed.
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Blood Sinister had an excellent beginning which drew me in from the first chapter. I enjoyed the alternation between the present and the past, as Ellen of today reads a diary written by her great, great, grandmother (also named Ellen). Unfortunately, the story moves from one of intrigue to cliche when by the end there are three young teenagers running around trying to stake a vampire. The story that promised so much at the start ended up being a disappointment.
When Andy, a childhood friend that Ellen hasn't seen in years, turns up again, their friendship just continues from where it left off. As with all the other friendships it happened too quickly, so everything they did together seemed unrealistic. This was especially true when Jenny, a nurse Ellen befriended while in hospital, was introduced near the end of the book, who was willing to die for Ellen although they had only been friends for a day or two.
There were other aspects of the story that didn't make sense. Why were both characters from past and present named Ellen? What is the significance of Andy finding a photograph of Ellen in the past who looks exactly like Ellen in the present? Why is Ellen of the past forced by her father to spend so much time with the count? Was he hypnotised into offering up his daughter this way? And when Ellen begins to dream as though she is Ellen from the past it's as if she almost becomes her, but for what reason? Why? What are the reasons behind them all? They are never explained and therefore just confusing, pointless additions to the story.
However, it was refreshing to read a young adult novel with vampires that are just evil and sinister and nothing more, unlike the sexy, romantic vampires we read so much about today. This book was originally published in 1996, pre-Twilight, so maybe this has something to do with it.
Verdict:
For the most part Blood Sinister kept my attention but it didn't have the same depth of character development or writing skill as most of the vampire novels I have read recently. However, if you are after a quick read with a vampire thrill, then this may be the book for you.
When Andy, a childhood friend that Ellen hasn't seen in years, turns up again, their friendship just continues from where it left off. As with all the other friendships it happened too quickly, so everything they did together seemed unrealistic. This was especially true when Jenny, a nurse Ellen befriended while in hospital, was introduced near the end of the book, who was willing to die for Ellen although they had only been friends for a day or two.
There were other aspects of the story that didn't make sense. Why were both characters from past and present named Ellen? What is the significance of Andy finding a photograph of Ellen in the past who looks exactly like Ellen in the present? Why is Ellen of the past forced by her father to spend so much time with the count? Was he hypnotised into offering up his daughter this way? And when Ellen begins to dream as though she is Ellen from the past it's as if she almost becomes her, but for what reason? Why? What are the reasons behind them all? They are never explained and therefore just confusing, pointless additions to the story.
However, it was refreshing to read a young adult novel with vampires that are just evil and sinister and nothing more, unlike the sexy, romantic vampires we read so much about today. This book was originally published in 1996, pre-Twilight, so maybe this has something to do with it.
Verdict:
For the most part Blood Sinister kept my attention but it didn't have the same depth of character development or writing skill as most of the vampire novels I have read recently. However, if you are after a quick read with a vampire thrill, then this may be the book for you.
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A sickness in the blood
Ellen is sick and is sent to her grandmother's house. She discovers the diaries of her great grand mother and reading them, she becomes convinced that she knew a vampire. Read more
Published on 27 July 2009 by Artemis
amazing book
This is book was really something had you hooks from the 1st pages and you wont put it down till you find out what happens. it is about a girl who is ill but is she really ??? Read more
Published on 20 Oct 2008 by TLN
The best Celia Rees book I've read so far!
This book is possibly one of the best books I have ever read! I finished it within a few days and can't wait to read it again. Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2007 by Mrs. J. S. Myatt
A review on the best book I've ever read.
I read this book, because i liked the frount. I really got in to it, and i couldnt wait for reading time at school, because i could read this book. Read more
Published on 22 Feb 2007 by Rick Whitehead
One of the best books ever!!!!!!!!!!!!
READ this Book it ROCKS! Celia Rees has always been one of my fave authors since I read "Truth or Dare" (also fab). Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2004 by "livvyisnuts"
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