Review: Bite Me by Christopher Moore
by Jenners • 06/05/2010 • 4 Stars, B Titles, Fiction, Humor, M Authors, Paranormal • 14 Comments
1 book you read: “Bite Me”by Christopher Moore
2 Words that describe the book: Vampire Comedy
3 setting where it took place or characters you met:
- Setting: Modern Day San Francisco
- Abby Normal, my favorite Goth pixie with a gutter mouth, an attitude and a keen desire to become Nosferatu–a wish that is finally granted with unexpected consequences (like a rat tail). Her hilarious diary entries give this book its sass and hilarity. Her foul-mouthed Valley Girl text language and outsized ego totally made this book for me.
- Lord Flood and the Countess (aka Tommy and Jody), who were the primary subjects of the first two books, Bloodsucking Fiends and You Suck. Although their roles are somewhat reduced as Abby takes center stage, it was fun to see my favorite vampires again … along with other familiar characters like the Animals (now experienced vampire fighters after being vampires themselves), Detectives Riviera and Cavuto, and The Emperor and his “men.” I loved how Moore brings back Chet, the giant shaved cat who was accidentally turned into a vampire in You Suck, who becomes the creator of an army of vampire cats that terrorize San Francisco.
4 Things you liked and/or disliked about it:
- I liked how Moore has fun with vampires. From introducing a new set of “old”vampires who have come to clean up Elijah Ben Sapir’s mess (one of them is named Bella; I refuse to believe this was accidental on Moore’s part) to a foul-mouthed, ass-kicking Chinese grandmother who arms the Animals with Super Soakers filled with a vampire cat killing herb concoction to a sword-fighting old man who nurses a burnt Jody back to life, Moore just romps around having fun like a kid in toy store.
- I liked how Moore wrote from the point of view of the Emperor’s dogs (Lazarus and Bummer) and Martin (the cadaver dog who helps Riviera and Cavuto but is a bit confused by the smell of the “undead”). These views into the dog mindset were hilarious, especially when Martin grows increasingly peeved by the lack of biscuits being given to him.
- I liked how fast-paced this book was … it just flew by, which brings me to the one thing I disliked about the book.
- I disliked that this is the last book in Moore’s vampire trilogy. (But maybe he had so much fun writing this that he’ll revisit these characters just one last time. One can hope.)
5 Stars or less for your rating?
I’m giving the book 4 stars. As you know if you’ve read this blog for any length of time, I’m a huge fan of Christopher Moore, and this series of books was terrific fun. If you like your vampire books filled with attitude, irreverence and laugh-out-loud moments, this is the series for you.
The Whys and Wheres: I received this book as an “Easter present” from my husband (after forcing him to engage in an Easter gift exchange for the first time ever) so I could finish the Give Me Moore Challenge, which I have now completed. (Yay me!) Of course, I would have bought this book regardless of the challenge, but it was a convenient excuse.
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You won me over with the vampire cats
I really need to get started on this trilogy!
I loved the doggie parts too! This was such a fun book, and I'm sure we will see some of these characters again in other novels he writes since we have seen the Dirty Job characters and others in this book.
As big as a fan of Christopher Moore you are you'd think I would have tried him by now (especially given the success with your rec on Jen Lancaster).
Thanks for reviewing this one. I am trying to decide on a Christopher Moore book to read. The only one I've read is Lamb. Would you recommend this series or a different one if his?
Well, you know my views on this one. I'm glad that you liked it though!
I haven't yet read Christopher Moore, either (like Michele). Vampire comedy, huh?
And an Easter gift exchange …. now that's an idea I can sink my teeth into (attempt at vampire comedy)
I don't think this book is up my alley, and I love the fact that I can fast read your reviews and know which books I want to read. And your reviews are EASY to read. You provide an excellent service to your fans, like ME! molly
I think I'd enjoy the bits from the dogs' POV a lot
You know, I've yet to read any Moore. What do you think would be the best intro?
A book I've yet to read a bad review about, everyone seems to enjoy it.
I've still not read one of these so I won't be sad the trilogy has ended for awhile. I like that the book is jumping on the whole vampire bandwagon but making fun of it at the same time. This one is right up my alley.
I am still working on Fingersmith, and now awaiting two more books from the library – "No Wonder My Parents Drank: Tales from a Stand-Up Dad", by comedian Jay Mohr (saw him on 'The View', the book sounds really funny), and (I can't believe I'm typing this) Laura Bush's memoir – I've heard that she didn't agree with some of her husband's policies and stands on issues.
Thinking they both could be interesting.
Are you going to shoot me if I admit I've never read a Christopher Moore book? Shame on me, I know.
BTW, I got my mitts on the third Larsson book and (you won't believe this) got waylaid by another book that is blowing my mind. Think you'll love it too, so I'll email you when I'm done and see if you want me to send it to you!
How you doing on the July 4th exchange, is he convinced? I just order Lamb from the library, and I'm in awe of Fingersmiths as I near the end. Good choices.