Pulling Up Stakes Paperback – April 4, 2013

Half a book, but worth the buy.I initially purchased this book knowing it was $0.99 and light-hearted. I had read my fair share of vampire novels and knew this likely wasn't going to be anything ground-breaking. What I found was a typical, cliché love story partnered with a self-aware version of vampire mythos. The flipped concept with the main character wasn't anything entirely new, having previously read Christopher Moore's "Bloodsucking Fiends" series.I quickly finished the book, not knowing it was (indeed as many reviews state) not a complete book. I was really disappointed to have to go back to Amazon and purchase the continuation, but was happy to do so just for the price. I didn't think I would like the book's direction because of the predictability and semi-mature writing style... but I found myself wanting to know the conclusion, and being eager to shell out the money to do so.

Peter David has written some great tongue and cheek works, but I found this one only mildly interesting. It ends abruptly, so it really needs part 2.I also personally have a bit of a problem in these kinds of books when being a vampire is strictly better then being a human; the whole "the legends got it wrong, faith doesn't work, and most of us are pretty sympathetic nice people trying to eek out a living" just doesn't jive well with me - admittedly, there are plenty of jerk vampires too, but the real underlying issue seems to be the dual problems of society being unlikely to accept them, and hunters blindly wanting to kill them. I suppose they also can't eat normal food, are vulnerable to silver [which only the vamps know].... but they can have animal blood [though it's considered gross], are super fast, strong, and durable [though it feels suggested that enough raw damage -might- kill them], have mild hypnotic powers, and retain all the memories of being human. t just seems silly to claim that coming back from the dead is pseudo-scientific when it seems clearly magical, and then ignoring the other magical legends.the story gained my interest, though it was also awkward, towards the end - before the abrupt ending, but I just don't know if I have enough sympathy for the main character to continue. I feel tis basic story has been done a lot better in similar works

The book is fun and paints a fun picture of an interesting world. The characters are interesting and the stakes - excuse my language, as one character quips after saying the word - are compelling. The only complaint I have is its sudden and jarring stop in the middle of the action. That's fine from a price standpoint - there was certainly $1 worth of entertainment in here and I was happy to go and buy the second half. But from a flow point its really off-putting, and I cannot imagine how much rage I would have felt if I'd bought the $10+ paperback version of this half-novella.View it as a two-part purchase of a single item and you'll be much happier.

Vampire in the closet, Vince is hiding in plain sight. His Mom is a slayer, his Dad was a slayer, his friends are all slayers. This isn't good. It gets worse when he finds out that he was betrothed as a child to the daughter of a traditional Aryan Slayer family.Throughout the dangers and traumatic encounters, Vince's dry comments and humorous asides keep you chuckling. Very sensible discussions about vampire abilities are included. The part about mirrors is worth the book alone. Be aware that the book cuts off with a 100+ pages and you will have to buy the next book to conclude (I think). Should be worth it to find out how Vince gets out of this mess. Hopefully he won't make a miss stake. (Opps, he he he)

This is Peter David at his best, except for the fact that you only get half a book for the price. I find it hard to believe there were over 200 pages, unless they were large font type on regular paperback sized paper. If there were over 200 pages of standard type, then it must have been a really good book.I will buy the second part, but I would have preferred to get the entire book for a single price, as long as I was getting a deal for not actually owning anything.

An interesting take on writing a vampire/vampire hunter story that's as lively (if that's the right word for the traditionally undead) and enjoyable as one would expect if you're a fan of Peter David's work. My one word of warning as you dive into it - It's part one (8 chapters) with the story continuing in a second part that's later to come. It's a bit like the old movie serials in a way, which is actually kind of cool. On the other (and very positive) hand, it is pure Peter David through and through and it's an easy to part with 99 cents for Kindle or Kindle for PC. I bought it the other day. Worth it and then some.Can't wait for the next part.

Peter David has a great way with a phrase, fun exciting characters and plots and crisp well paced action. This story twists the modern vampire mythos into subtle (and not so subtle) ways by having the lead character be a vampire hunter and a vampire (an mostly unwilling in both jobs). Nick walks a tricky and thin line between two opposing worlds. A line that gets even more narrow when he's introduced to his vampire hunter fiancé that he didn't know he had.Basically you can't go wrong with David's writing so enjoy a story that decides to have some serious fun at pop culture's expense.

For anyone seeking revenge on Twilight, this is your book. It's fast, it's funny, and it's fun.Negative? Took much going on that's obvious sequel bait. And I'm tired of removing any religious weapons against vampires. Joss Whedon's an atheist, and even he used holy water. Peter David gets points for using flash bangs against vampires, but that doesn't make up for it.I expect better when I read his "Artful."

Written by Peter David, who is probably most famous for his comic book work including Incredible Hulk and X-Factor, this tells the story of Vince Hammond, a vampire hunter in the mode of Buffy or Van Helsing. He comes from a long line of vampire killers, but unfortuantly has been turned into a vampire by one of his potential victims.The story tells of how he is trying to hide his new "lifestyle" from his family, and mixes the authors usual comedy and drama with a story that moves on quickly.The main issue with the story is that it is only the first part of the adventure, and it just stops. The second part is available however but just be aware that you will need to get both to have the full story.

The first half of Peter David's Pulling Up Stakes introduces us to Vince, a vampire hunter with a deadly secret - he is a vampire himself.David builds a surprisingly rich world in a short space of time, giving his characters round edges and creating a tale that is easily believable. It's an interesting concept to set up what appears to be a straightforward story, but becomes increasingly complicated throughout.The author's usual sense of humour shines through, filling the first-person narrative with real-world references that amuse at the expense of other popular vampire franchises.It was great to have something short yet memorable to read through over a weekend and I've already downloaded part two to continue reading when I next have an odd e-book moment.

I brought this book shortly after Peter David had a stroke in order to support his recovery. When I first started reading this vampire book I thought it was ok but a bit boring, however the story picks up and in the end I was gripped to see how Vince would try to get out of a bad situation in central park and try to control his actions! Great book but slow start for me, can't wait to start volume 2! Also glad Peter David is now on the mend!!

The premise of this novel had potential for humour or drama, but unfortunately I found neither. I read it to the end hoping it would improve but really it did not seem to be going anywhere. The hero is the son of a long established family of vampire hunters and is a vampire who faces an arranged marriage with another vampire hunter. And that is about it. I won't be reading part two.

This was even better than the first one... Clever story, one I need to read more of.