Summary:
Ocean of Blood, which is Book 2 in the Larten Crepsley series by Darren Shan, is the story of Larten and his vampire brother, Wester, who set off in a path of self-discovery that includes quite a bit of self-indulgence as well. When they cut themselves off from the vampire clan to temporarily enjoy the finer pleasures the human world can offer, Larten and Wester are often seen binge drinking and womanizing, in addition to engaging in occasional warfare, in which they feast upon the blood of those fallen. While Larten enjoys being with the young vampires, he soon grows tired of the constant speed and chaos this kind of life lends itself to.
Find out how Larten deals with his hunger for adventure and his need for settlement when you pick up Ocean of Blood by Darren Shan.
Personal Reflections:
Being the second book in the series, I knew I would enjoy Ocean of Blood because I was already familiar with the character in the book and knew how his whole life would eventually turn out (which we see in the subsequent Cirque du Freak series). Shan does not disappoint. My husband and I read through this book very quickly while we were traveling home from Kansas this past summer. One of the great things about Darren Shan's books is that he writes them for middle school aged kids while still making them enjoyable for adults. They are quick reads - short but intriguing - making them perfect for the average middle school kid. However, in the breadth of the text, you find some very adult things happening in the lives of the characters. I recommend his books for middle schoolers and up. They're a little too advanced for most elementary kids. I also think any adult who needs something quick to read, has a taste for the macabre, and likes vampire stories should check out any of Darren Shan's books. I personally enjoy them immensely. Happy reading!
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