2007-01-02 14:34:40 · 13 answers · asked by shortstuff 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Yes, her books are great, as proven by not only these answers, but the huge number of fans world-wide. I have read all her books and i highly recommend them.
In my opininon, there is no right or wrong place to start. I myself first got interested in her books when i read The Vampire Lestat, which is second in her Vampire Chronicles. Then I went back and got Interview and then all the rest. However, I would suggest that you start with whatever kind of characters you would be most interested in, i.e. vampires, witches, erotica, etc. Then follow through with the other story lines, as some will cross paths.
I agree that you should not watch the movies until after you have read the books. It only serves to confuse you when you read the books. Afterwards, do watch the movies, if only to pick out the mistakes. I do warn you, though, that if you are anything like me, the huge alterations in the plotlines, as in Queen of the Damned will make you mad. Oh, and by the way, i wouldnt try to explain the differences in the books and the movies to anyone who hasnt read them. Trust me, its not a pleasant experience.
A final warning: you may become slightly obsessed with owning every book she has ever written.
2007-01-02 15:45:23 · answer #1 · answered by allykat87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Her books are amazing. She creates a whole new version of reality. Where to start however depends on which you're interested in .. vampires or witches. Her vampire chronicles are good, but so are her mayfair witches. And when you get to the later books, the characters from each intercross and show up in the other series.
Start with Interview With The Vampire .... it's the first book in the vampire chronicles, followed by The Vampire Lestat. I believe Queen of the Damned is next, then Tale of the Body Thief, then Memnoch the Devil ... but you'd find a running count in order in the cover of the book.
Edit: Please disregard the movies completely. They butchered the storylines and detracted far too much from the story. In Queen of the Damned, they literally changed all the base facts, ruining the chances of sequels or a decent storyline. The books are much more comprehensive and detailed, and give a much better representation of the storyline.
Edit Again: For the post below, after reading the book about ten times, I can assure you that you read wrong, lol. He turns Gabrielle into a vampire. He holds her, he loves her, he never has sex with her. The fact that you interpreted that out of the book really worries me about what type of person you are actually, lol.
Sad ...
2007-01-02 14:38:16 · answer #2 · answered by Jaded 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
One more person to say yes, I have enjoyed Anne Rice books. I started with The Mummy (or Ramses the Damned) and couldn't put it down.
I enjoyed Interview with a Vampire, too, but really loved Queen of the Damned because I liked reading the history - how the vampirism all started. The Mayfair Witches books are good as well.
I know she's had some books out lately that were very different from her previous works. I can't give you any feedback on those, but reviews haven't been too good.
2007-01-02 15:23:23 · answer #3 · answered by Isthisnametaken2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you mean, are they well written?
Are they any good - Hmmm I'm not a book critic
Will you like them - only you will know.
Ann Rice wrote two types of books as I recall.
One set about Vampires.
I believe she had a son who died very young. A thought is she carried off the idea of eternal life though the lives of Vampires.
The Vampire Chronicles I think.
A movie was made staring Tom Cruise.
Another - The more infamous - depending on your view - is the Sleeping Beauty trilogy.
A recasting of the Sleeping Beauty story in to a sex - well mostly spanking set of stories -
Ann Rice in the Sleeping beauty series is a equal opportunity spanker.
That is the Males are dealt with as harshly as the Females.
So if this is your thing - or half of it is, they are great - if not - there not.
People seem to like one set or the other
That is those who like the Sleeping Beauty series are not necessarily interested in Vampires - And Visa Versa.
To actually answer your question we need to know if your into sexual slavery or vampires. This maybe information we don't want to know and you should not provide..
Anyway
You have the Information necessary to proceed.
Cheers Stephen
2007-01-03 02:20:37 · answer #4 · answered by Gowrie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with Interview with The Vampire if you're interested in the Vampire Chronicles, and The Mayfair witches come into it later, so you may want to read that book at some point. Cry To Heaven is another really good book of hers, as is Servant Of The Bones, and Ramses. Neither of those three are related to a series. I've just finished her newest book "Christ The Lord:Out of Egypt" and it was a very interesting read. Hope this helps you!
2007-01-02 14:40:37 · answer #5 · answered by wyldefyre1982 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
her books are great, I would start with "Interview with a Vampire," and making my way through the whole series of Vampire Chronicles, then before I read the ending Vampire Chronicles, I would read the 'Mayfair Witches,' towards the end they tie in together.
2007-01-02 15:16:26 · answer #6 · answered by amazon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've only read one and that was Interview with a Vampire. I truly enjoyed it, and I wish I had time to read more of her books. I think this is a great introduction, especially if you've seen the film because it allows to you adjust to her writing style with ease.
2007-01-02 14:37:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Vampire Lestat is excellent I would also suggest "A Feast for all Saints" not part of the vampire books. Really really great. Enjoy
2016-05-22 21:39:17 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with her classic, Interview with a Vampire. And then move on to the Vampire Lestat.
2007-01-02 14:55:47 · answer #9 · answered by montrealissima 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You MUST start with Interview With a Vampire.
2007-01-02 14:39:59 · answer #10 · answered by Pamela B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋