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Circus of the Damned

By: Laurell K. Hamilton
Narrated by: Kimberly Alexis
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Publisher's summary

The third novel in the number one New York Times best-selling series.

In Circus of the Damned, a rogue master vampire hits town, and Anita gets caught in the middle of an undead turf war. Jean-Claude, the Master Vamp of the city, wants her for his own - but his enemies have other plans. And to make matters worse, Anita takes a hit to the heart when she meets a stunningly handsome junior high science teacher named Richard Zeeman. They're two humans caught in the crossfire - or so Anita thinks.

Love in vein: listen to more tales of Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter.
©2009 Laurell K. Hamilton (P)2009 Penguin

Critic reviews

"She's the 'it' girl for bloodsuckers, werewolves, wereleopards and assorted undead types." (News Press [Fort Myers, FL])

"[A] gutsy, no-nonsense female unafraid to take on anything that the preternatural world throws her way." (Library Journal)

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Amazing vocal skills

Where does Circus of the Damned rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is the first of the Laurell K Hamilton books that I ever read and is one of my favorites to listen to. It's definitely in. My top three.

Who was your favorite character and why?

My favorite character is Anita Blake, the title character. This book is early enough in the series that she is still tough, smart, and strong as opposed to whiny and annoying.

Which character – as performed by Kimberly Alexis – was your favorite?

Her vocal skills are well showed off with the lamia character.

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

Years ago this was a random find at a library. Over a decade later I still come back to it for a good mystery and a fast paced plot.

Any additional comments?

This is the third in the series. Starting with this book is a great introduction to the author and the narrator without having read or heard any others.

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great listen

I absolutely love this series. The narrator is great. I get swallowed up by this series every time.

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listened to the whole book in one day!!

Started on this book and just couldn't quit listening. Keeps you on the edge of your seat, to where you can't wait for what's happening next. I started listening to these books in order, and the characters just keep getting more interesting. Highly recommend this series if you really like a paranormal thriller, with undertones of sexual tension between the characters.

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Great Job

Loved it! I haven't read this in a couple of years. The production was great.

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Magic mayhem and Vampires

Bad guys you love to hate. Evil has a pleasant face. Characters you adore. Give me more, more, more. Love this series.

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Early Anita Blake books outstanding!

Books have fascinating stories and characters. When you finish one book you want to know one thing - Where is the next? Books in second half of available books are not as good.

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Queen of Vampire killing

This must be my 15th or 30th time listening to this book. Love them all. always start at the beginning just before a new one comes out.

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beyond intrigued

I am so obsessed I just can't put it down... I need more , this is addicting.

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Awesome book!

This book is engaging and fun. The reader keeps you on the edge of your seat during the heightened points and hopes you get in to the mindset of the characters. Anita is a great character who holds a strong female role throughout the story. Highly recommended

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Loved it!

Loved it! Best book so far in the series. Storyline to performance were all excellently mastered.

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