This is actually my third time reading a book from the Demonata series, which was written by the wonderful and famous author, Darren Shan. This novel is called, Slawter is a continuing book from the first book, Lord Loss. In this book, the main character, Grubbs Grady lives with his uncle, Dervish Grady in a town where he doesn't know anyone. In this book, his uncle, Dervish had just came back from a battle with the Lord Loss, and is still haunted with terrible nightmares from then. Lord Loss is this dark, evil Demonata who is who causes terror to Grubbs and his family. Although i am about 30 pages into the book, I didn't really pay attention to anything, just kept reading. I barely know what's going, but I still decided to write this post. Since I don't have much to say on the book yet, I have some thoughts on what I think might happen in the future of the book. In the story, I think Grubbs will [obviously] face Lord Loss again, but this time I feel that he'll meet new people along the way. I mean that's what happens in every book basically, but this time he'll meet enemies, friends and even fakes. And, I sense that he might have a love relationship with someone blah. Which I really don't want to happen, hopefully *crosses fingers* won't happen. I just sense a lot of it, a little because of the blurb and just instinct.
I think the Demonata series is pretty graphic, the text and all. Even the front cover picture, that's what kept me from reading it first in 5th grade. I saw it first then, and thought OMG, this looks really scary. And decided not to read it, but then someone told me it's really good and started to read it last year. The point is to talk about a story: In 7th grade when I first read it, I was like a little scared that night. I would keep imagining Lord Loss and get a little scared, I would always hide under the covers when I thought about it. I know, baby stuff ;P so what? I was scared ahahaha. Main point is, that Shan's writing is stupendous, and really beautiful to read, but sometimes it can be a little graphic. So, people who like fantasy/horror, go for it. But, if you're on the "ehh..." side, I suggest not. Overall, my thoughts on this book is uncertain for now, but hopefully will be as good as the other ones I read.
So you guys should comment and tell me, what fantasy books did/do you like? Do you have any interesting stories along with your books?
People should really check out some of Darren Shan's other books. You can see some of them HERE. They're just really good pieces of work.
Yours truly,
Zarrin 813 (:
Like always, your post today was amazing. The only thing i have to say is, in the post you kept on saying "in this book" and if you used different phrases, it would probably sound even better!
ReplyDeleteERGH I KNOW RIGHT, that always happens to me. I'm tempted to change it, should I? and thank ya Kiwi.
ReplyDeleteI think that's up to you. If you dont, just try to keep it in mind for your next blog. :)
ReplyDeleteZarrin I lke how you thinked deeply into the character, I liked how you talked about the author.
ReplyDeleteI loved it!! omg zarrin! i wana read this book so much and now, thanks to you, i cant wait to read about the characters!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the series too! When i read the first one I was scared half to death. Good job on the post although Slawter in my opinion was the worst out of the 10 Demonata books. Bec is the BEST!
ReplyDeleteObviously Adam, you have to have an opinion. You're obsessed with Demonata, but I guess so, I haven't read all of 'em yet. And thanks guys!
ReplyDelete!!!! This is amazing. You always make someone want to read the book, for sure. I REALLY want to read this now. So nice job. And you painted a good image of the way this book is.
ReplyDeletelook at all these comments! talk about writing to invite a response:)
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