I got this book at a second hand shop, as well as the next four. I am not a big series reader, but this caught my interest, and I thought I would give it a try. We first meet Anita Blake, who is working as a necromancer. I loved the whole idea of raising the recently dead to ask questions and settle litigations, etc. She investigates some vampire murders, and we also meet (my favorite) Edward, who helps in this endeavor. I really enjoyed this book and looked forward to continuing this series.