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The Killing Dance (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #6)

Laurell K. Hamilton
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The Killing Dance (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Laurell K. Hamilton

The Killing Dance (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Killing Dance by Laurell K. Hamilton, a vampire executioner and necromancer navigates complex relationships and political intrigues among supernatural beings while facing a lethal threat. Part of the Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, it blends dark fantasy and mystery elements.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

76,878 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Killing Dance by Laurell K. Hamilton receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers appreciate its engaging plot and compelling character dynamics, particularly the development of Anita Blake. On the downside, some find the romantic elements overpower the main storyline, and others criticize the graphic content. Overall, the novel maintains a strong fan base but presents divisive elements.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Killing Dance (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #6)?

A reader who enjoys Laurell K. Hamilton’s The Killing Dance is likely captivated by urban fantasy filled with supernatural elements, strong female protagonists, and intricate plots. Fans of Charlaine Harris’s Dead Until Dark or Kim Harrison’s Dead Witch Walking will find similar thrills in this blend of mystery and paranormal romance.

4.4

76,878 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Killing Dance is notable for exploring deeper romantic complexities and interpersonal dynamics within the series, setting the stage for future novels.

This book is where the series starts to significantly develop its blend of supernatural elements with intricate character relationships, a hallmark of Hamilton's storytelling.

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Laurell K. Hamilton's series is often credited with popularizing the urban fantasy genre, intertwining gritty detective work with paranormal and romance themes.

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Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

St. Louis, Missouri • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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