Status
Available
Series
Publication
Marvel (2007), 168 pages
Description
In a world where vampires, zombies and werewolves are legal citizens of the United States, Anita Blake is an "animator" - a profession that involves raising the dead for a living. But Anita is also moonlights as a vampire hunter, called in to resolve situations that are too much for conventional police to handle. Now, a series of murdered vampires are turning up across St. Louis, and Anita Blake has been recruited to bring the killer to justice.
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LibraryThing member nramos
Read monthly comic, keeps my attention (unlike book), fairly easy to follow along, and great artwork!
LibraryThing member jshillingford
The new Anita Blake Vampire Hunter comic book series is very well done. This hardcover collects the first 6 issues, plus one bonus story, "The Vampire Victim." The bonus story features Sgt Dolph Storr. Brett Booth's art is excellent, and captures Hamilton's descriptions from the novels. Highly
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recommended for those that like graphic novels and manga. Show Less
LibraryThing member Black_samvara
Pretty, so pretty. I'm in love. Am saddened by the "To be continued..." that tags this as an expensive little hobby should I care to start collecting. I'll definitely be getting the second graphic novel that summarises 7-12.
LibraryThing member nehalemn
Nicely drawn graphic novel of the first part of Guilty Pleasures, first book in the Anita Blake series.
LibraryThing member Phantasma
would have a rating of two (it wasn't a very good adaptation) except for the fascination I had with the drawings (never thought Edward could look hot...but whoa!)
LibraryThing member dragonfairy
If you enjoyed Laurell's Guilty Pleasures novel, you will enjoy the graphic novel. Brett Booth illustrates the feisty and hot tempered Anita Blake very well. Seeing Anita and all of her acquaintances come to life and appear in this form is a real treat. I felt like they did a great job of staying
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true to the characters and the story while making it seem like a whole new story. Show Less
LibraryThing member teharhynn
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I cannot wait for there to be more.
LibraryThing member stephmo
An adaptation of the book by the same name, it's unfortunately drawn in a way that is clearly not in line with the text of the story. While many horror and sci-fi novels are going through graphic novel treatments successfully, this series appears to be an example of of of those, 'draw it and the
The adaptation also suffers from a "youthening" of nearly every character - even though Anita is only 27 in the novels! The vast majority of the characters look to be buff barely-20-year-olds who merely talk about their years of experience (human and vampire). It's my way of saying while the pictures are telling the story that the words are saying...they just don't quite make it together. And don't get me started on the scene where Anita puts on makeup supposedly for the first time in the story (bemoaning how she never wears it and is complimented when she does) despite being drawn the entire time in an incredibly stylized manner that clearly suggests a lot of lipstick and eye makeup. It's detail like this that could have either been left out, re-worded a bit or drawn a lot better if those adapting actually cared.
So I suppose if you find the easy read of the paranormal thriller too taxing, you could read this...and wonder just how big they'll make Anita's hair in each frame. It's kind of a fun drinking game to play with yourself. Bring a big bottle...
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tweens and hipsters are bound to buy it," adaptations with little thought beyond how large one will draw the female character's hair and breasts and how many abs and just how well defined men's jaws need to be. The adaptation also suffers from a "youthening" of nearly every character - even though Anita is only 27 in the novels! The vast majority of the characters look to be buff barely-20-year-olds who merely talk about their years of experience (human and vampire). It's my way of saying while the pictures are telling the story that the words are saying...they just don't quite make it together. And don't get me started on the scene where Anita puts on makeup supposedly for the first time in the story (bemoaning how she never wears it and is complimented when she does) despite being drawn the entire time in an incredibly stylized manner that clearly suggests a lot of lipstick and eye makeup. It's detail like this that could have either been left out, re-worded a bit or drawn a lot better if those adapting actually cared.
So I suppose if you find the easy read of the paranormal thriller too taxing, you could read this...and wonder just how big they'll make Anita's hair in each frame. It's kind of a fun drinking game to play with yourself. Bring a big bottle...
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LibraryThing member jayde1599
This is the graphic novel version of the book by Laurell K. Hamilton. Anita is an animator - one who raises zombies. She also hunts vampires for the police force. Her nickname in the vampire world is The Executioner. Master vampires are being slaughtered, so the vampires decide to hire Anita to
While I enjoyed the storyline, I didn't care for the illustrations as much. The layout of the comic also made it difficult to follow. At times it felt like I was skipping pages. Despite that, it was great brain-candy and I look forward to reading the rest in the series, as well as checking out the original books.
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find out who is doing the damage.While I enjoyed the storyline, I didn't care for the illustrations as much. The layout of the comic also made it difficult to follow. At times it felt like I was skipping pages. Despite that, it was great brain-candy and I look forward to reading the rest in the series, as well as checking out the original books.
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LibraryThing member Chellsway
Guilty Pleasures is the first of the Anita Blake series. What makes the series unique is the strong tough-minded character of the heroine and narrator. Before "Guilty Pleasures" vampire stories rarely had female leads let alone one with the hard-nosed style of Anita Blake. She is a professional
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animator (one who raises the dead) and a licensed vampire killer in an alternate earth where vampires have come out of the closet (coffin?) and are active participants in American life.Hamilton's way with characters is one of her great strengths. We meet several of Anita's regular companions for the first time. Edward the hyper-violent bounty hunter and Veronica a private investigator and friend are outstanding as are many of the bit players. Her vampires and their human servants are vivid personalities. This gives the novel a realistic feel that comes as a surprise in the vampire genre. The plot is fast paced often moving from cliff-hanger to horrific confrontation with all the agility of the ball in a pinball game. There is a steady sexual undercurrent that veers towards sadistic and fetish oriented pleasures. It is a natural outgrowth of the vampire personality and is as chilling as it is erotic. In "Guilty Pleasures" it is an effective plot device that keeps the heat turned up. If you are a vampire story fan you will find Laurell Hamilton's efforts deeply satisfying. Show Less
LibraryThing member terriko
I'd been meaning to get around to reading at least the beginning of the Anita Blake series after many recommendations from friends, so when I saw this graphic novel adaptation I thought it might be a fun introduction. I can't say I felt the art was the best fit throughout (although it definitely
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has some great moments, particularly in Anita's expressions), but I enjoyed the adaptation nonetheless. I think I'll pick up the actual novels next time, though. Show Less
LibraryThing member akmargie
Yeah, yeah, I read it. Didn't get into it though. The art felt kinda stiff and un-animated. And so didn't match my mental picture of the characters. The male characters all looked the same, clown-like. The whole thing was a bit of a let down. Much like her later work. Meow, saucer of milk, table 1.
LibraryThing member lydiasbooks
Awesome artwork. Lacking continuity though. Noticed some mistakes.
LibraryThing member TheYodamom
Love this early Anita. The drawing's couldn't be better thanks to Brett Booth !
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
06-2007
Physical description
168 p.; 7.13 inches
ISBN
0785127232 / 9780785127239