As a massive fan of the Darren Shan saga I had high expectations for this series! I have previously read the Darren Shan Saga, and was thrilled to be finally reading this. Because it's the first book in the series, I will hold this one as my favourite because it introduces all of the characters (also because of the gory start).
Gore has always been a big turn on for me in books and movies alike, but this has bit an all time high. The mere idea of this book is brilliant and how the story unfolds, with the twists and turns in the book and the unbelievable ending!!