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Circus of the Damned (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #3)

Laurell K. Hamilton
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Circus of the Damned (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Laurell K. Hamilton

Circus of the Damned (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • 1990s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Circus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton is the third book in the Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, where Anita Blake, a necromancer and vampire hunter, faces new supernatural threats. As she investigates a series of murders, she navigates dangerous alliances and confronts powerful adversaries.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

98,697 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Circus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton offers an engaging mix of horror, romance, and mystery that captivates fans of the supernatural genre. Readers appreciate the strong character development of Anita Blake and the intricate plot twists. However, some critique the repetition in dialogue and predictable elements. Overall, it remains a thrilling addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Circus of the Damned (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #3)?

Readers who relish dark urban fantasy with strong, assertive heroines will find joy in Circus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton. Fans of Kim Harrison's Dead Witch Walking or Charlaine Harris' Dead Until Dark will appreciate the blend of supernatural intrigue and gritty realism. Hamilton’s witty prose and action-packed narrative are captivating.

4.4

98,697 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Released in 1995, Circus of the Damned marks the third installment in the popular Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, continuing the blend of urban fantasy, mystery, and horror elements that define the series.

Laurell K. Hamilton's work on Circus of the Damned further establishes Anita Blake as a strong female protagonist in the urban fantasy genre, helping to pave the way for similar characters in later literary works.

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The book’s setting features a unique combination of supernatural and everyday elements, including the titular circus, which plays a significant role in the ambiance and intrigue of the story.

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Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • 1990s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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