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A Quick Bite (Argeneau Vampires, Book 1) |
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List Price: $7.99
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Manufacturer: Avon
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN: 9780060773755
ISBN: 0060773758
Label: Avon
Manufacturer: Avon
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 384
Publication Date: 2005-11-01
Publisher: Avon
Release Date: 2005-10-25
Studio: Avon
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Editorial Reviews:
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That hot guy tied to Lissianna Argeneau's bed? He's not dessert—he's the main course! Lissianna has been spending her centuries pining for Mr. Right, not just a quick snack, and this sexy guy she finds in her bed looks like he might be a candidate. But there's another, more pressing issue: her tendency to faint at the sight of blood . . . an especially annoying quirk for a vampire. Of course it doesn't hurt that this man has a delicious-looking neck. What kind of cold-blooded vampire woman could resist a bite of that? Dr. Gregory Hewitt recovers from the shock of waking up in a stranger's bedroom pretty quickly—once he sees a gorgeous woman about to treat him to a wild night of passion. But is it possible for the good doctor to find true love with a vampire vixen, or will he be just a good meal? That's a question Dr. Greg might be willing to sink his teeth into . . . if he can just get Lissianna to bite.
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Good for a Laugh
Comment: This paranormal romance is presented as a comedy, a much lighter take on 'the vampire genre' then many you will find. This alone makes it stand out from the crowd, but despite the unique angle, it is not extraordinary.
The Plot:
Lissianna is a vampire who happens to be afflicted with hemophobia (she faints at the sight of blood). Greg is a psychologist who specializes in phobias. Lissianna's mother kidnaps Greg and presents him to Lissianna as a birthday present in hopes that he will cure her phobia. She, however, mistakes him for a snack--and also finds herself desperately attracted to him. The feeling is evidently mutual, thus romance ensues.
The Best Thing About This Book:
There really are some laugh-out-loud moments, especially in the beginning. It's situational comedy at its best.
There are also some rather sweet moments between Greg and Lissianna. Sands does a fair job at establishing their feelings for one another, even in the midst of all the silliness.
Why it Lost Two Stars:
Despite the fact that this book is entertaining at times, overall it falls into the category of average. The world that Sands presents is not very unique when compared to anything else in the paranormal or fantasy genres. As such, experienced readers may find it predictable and boring.
The characters are too many, and not all that well developed. We are presented with an entire cast of cousins, far to many to keep track of, and we really aren't told much about them to make them memorable. Even the main characters are undeveloped and somewhat unbelievable. I had particular trouble with Greg. I simply could not understand what motivated him throughout the story to stay with Lissianna, what kept him from being angry with her family, or why in the end he fell in love with her (the emotion is made plain, but not the rationale).
There were moments in the plot, even those more serious moments, when I simply felt that the book was way to silly. The antics of the book's villain, a priest with a drive to kill vampires, were ridiculous and not particularly funny.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a light, fun read. I advise that it is not meant to be taken seriously, and will likely not appeal to many of the more jaded paranormal romance readers.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A new twist on vamp romance!
Comment: This book- this series of books- is hilarious! Ms Sands has a very unique theory about this whole vampire business and is very refreshing. Her characters are fun, witty, and sarcastic enough to be believable. If you are looking for a fun, quick read, these books are for you!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Loved it!
Comment: Ms. Sands is a staple in our paranormal romance book swap at work-we all love her and have devoured her Argeneau Vampire series hungrily-this was is ranking at an 8 in our group out of 10 (10 being the best)-I loved the characters and the humor. Ms. Sands never disappoints me. The book is too too cute and I loved the romance and in depth bonding of the 2 main characters plus-Thomas' Spiderman PJ's-LOL-some of our group have commented that Ms. Sands is a bit predictable and her reads are no-brainers but we that hasn't stopped the love we have for her-our group has been converted to devout fans of hers and I highly recommend this book as well as the entire series-good, quick, easy reading that makes you laugh and feel all mushy inside-LOL-plus there's some hot scenes in here-read it and I dare you not to at least like it a little bit-LOL
Customer Rating:
Summary: If this book had been released first I never would have read the series
Comment: In my opinion the publishing out of order did the author a favor. If this book had been the first in the series I never would have read the series nevermind pick up the next book. Single white vampire was laugh
out funny! while in this book Mom's mischief in trying to get her daughter cured and admitting her love for her lifemate puts her in danger
thanks to the maniplutive misunderstandings. Such as tying Greg back up
on her bed once her uncle shows up unexpectedly. She almost dies after
being staked at her friends house because of lack of blood for the nanos
to use to feed while fixing the wound. And Greg is awfully forgiving for
someone who is controlled and forced back to a house where he is held prisoner and gift wrapped as a present, as well as constantly having his
mind read. What truly interested me is we finally got to hear some about
Jean Claude in facts instead of just hearing he controled her. True it
isn't flattering but is everything you done in your life flattering? Be honest now. All in all an ok book that moves the series along.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A Quick Bite
Comment: This book rocks, along with the whole series. I have them all and enjoy each and everyone. Thanks Lynsay Sands
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