Guilty Pleasures
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
355
Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionSt. Louis, Missouri • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Guilty Pleasures follows Anita Blake, a skilled animator and vampire hunter, as she investigates a series of supernatural murders. Set in a world where vampires and other creatures exist openly, Anita navigates complex relationships while confronting dangerous adversaries. The story combines elements of mystery, action, and the supernatural.
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Suspenseful
Unnerving
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Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton mixes urban fantasy with mystery, featuring the sharp, witty protagonist Anita Blake. Readers praise its fast pace and unique world-building. Criticisms point to some predictable plot elements and underdeveloped side characters. Overall, the novel offers engaging, escapist entertainment for those who enjoy the supernatural genre.
Fans of urban fantasy and paranormal romance who enjoyed Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris or Bitten by Kelley Armstrong would appreciate Guilty Pleasures. Readers interested in strong, supernatural heroines and intricate plots filled with mystery and dark humor will find it captivating.
157,654 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
355
Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionSt. Louis, Missouri • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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