Dead Until Dark

Sookie Stackhouse Southern Vampire Mystery #1

By: Charlaine Harris

Narrated by: Johanna Parker

Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

Vampires have officially "come out of the coffin", and Miss Sookie can't wait for one to come her way.

Anthony Award-winner Charlaine Harris' New York Times and USA Today best-selling Sookie Stackhouse novels entice countless fans with an irresistible mixture of vampire romance, beguiling mystery, and old-fashioned Southern charm.

Listen to more titles in the Sookie Stackhouse series.

©2007 Charlaine Harris (P)2007 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic reviews

"An author of rare talents." ( Publishers Weekly)

Michelle Tayler

Exciting, fun, and I couldn't put it down! The character of Sookie Stackhouse was read perfectly, sounded just like her!

Most entertaining

I absolutely love this series. Entertaining as all get out. I found myself picking up a southern drawl in honor of Ms. Sookie. Just sexy enough to keep it real and listening to every word.

No wonder the show has so many followers

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. It is so easy to "read" while driving. I actually put off watching tv to "read" this while cooking my supper, or to just lounge on the couch and "read."

What did you like best about this story?

How it can grab your attention and keep it.

Have you listened to any of Johanna Parker’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have not listened to any others, but I look forward to it.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Yes. The book did make me laugh. But I was expecting it. The show has the same effect.

Any additional comments?

I have been a fan of the show since the first episode aired. I have not missed an episode. The book has some differences, but that was expected since the producers did say they would explore some variations of relationships and situations. I still think this book was awesome. I completely enjoyed listening to Johanna Parker read it to me, she really made the book come to life. The voice she gives Sookie Stackhouse is very similar to Anna Paquin's on the show. I have listened to other performers and they just leave me wanting to return the books even if the books might be good. I look forward to listening to other books she performs in the future.

Good, but not great

This book was offered at a discounted price to me, so I bought it, not knowing it was part of the True Blood television series. (I don't watch the show... I know nothing about it). I enjoyed the story, and didn't know what was going to happen until the end. I don't really want to read the sexy bits (they're easy enough to skip through.) The reader was good, but sometimes her male voices blended together and I didn't know who was speaking. Bill's voice was a little weird. I enjoyed the story, but I don't know if I'll read (or listen to) more.

A pleasant surprise!

I really enjoyed this book, the first Sookie Stackhouse novel. Narrator is perfect & the story was compelling, kept my attention thru to the end. I've read & listened to the series multiple times and really enjoy the characters. I've tried other authors in the genre, hoping to find another gem, but no luck at all. So far, it's Sookie or onee nothing. I don't even enjoy the HBO series, they just don't do the books Justice. I gave up after season 2 of True Blood. Now, this isn't war and peace. these books are not complex classic literature, but one is not always in the mood for the Bronte's or Dickens, or (shudder) Hemingway. Sometimes, instead of a 6 course meal, you're in the mood for a really great soup and a sandwich, if you take my meaning. Sometimes you want to go straight for dessert, and can't stop until you've eaten the entire treat, down to the last crumb. That is Sookie Stackhouse to me.

WARNING: ADDICTING!!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I started this book and ended this book in just a few days. If I didn't have to work or take care of kids, I would have listened all at once.

Any additional comments?

I started with my Sookie Stackhouse addiction by watching True Blood on HBO. After the 5th season ended, I just couldn't wait to find out more about my BFF Sookie. So I started with this book. #1. I am really happy I did. The book and True Blood are very similar, but I really love the book more. You get inside of Sookie's head. You know what she is thinking. There are not nearly as many side stories which I like, less confusing. I just really am in love with Sookie and you will be to after listening to this book.

Great Introduction

Well written, imaginative, and captivating. Looking forward to reading all the books in the series.

the beginning of something beautiful...

very captivating. loved every minute. I didn't want to get out of my car. AWESOME

excellent

I really like the way the narrator reads this book. it was easy to follow and she put alot of energy into reading. it wasn't just monotone the whole book.

the story wasn't bad. the TV show is way different but still follows the plot of this book well

Love ❤️ it

Vampires are a part of society but not everyone is happy about it. Funny series with great narration!