A Taste for Blood

You know how they always say dont judge a book by its cover. Well its totaly true with this one. The cover is nothing like what the book is like. Its way better. If you like vampires and sexual encounters that mean something, instead of just random sex, with people and vampires that are with only women and very detailed, then this book is for you. The way she writes it is perfect on every level, from the vampires, sexual encounters, the ass kicking moments, and to the story behind it all. I have never wanted to read a book for the second time but this one I do. It just sucks you into this new life that you wish could be real.

This was my first foray into this genre. I couldn't put the book down. It was so different from the usual lesbian romance stories that I'm used to. I enjoyed the story, but of course I hate the ending! It was easily worth the $20 paid. I certainly hope there is a sequel. The main characters were so interesting and exciting; I want to read more about them! I completely disagree that this book is "lesbian porn." There is a great love story here, it's not just about sex.

Diana Lee's book takes off where Ann Rice leaves off presenting us with two strong, lesbian vampires. Ryan is an 800-year-old stone butch who was born when the Vikings were raiding the Saxon cost and the clan lords of her native Scotland were fight feuds whose causes were long forgotten. One night as Ryan fleas from her fate as a treaty bride she meets her doom, and a life of betrayal and pain. She strives to become less then the monster she was intended to be by then vampire he shaped her into the tool of his vengeance.Carissa was born into the Victorian age where women didn't even have the right to own property and their identities were defined by their husbands. She too rejects the groom chosen for her by her parents. A woman of conscience, she strives to be more then the chattel society defines her as. Ryan offers her a new kind of life, but with a price she may note be able to pay.Lee's characters are rich, and I found myself drawn into their lives and conflicts. The sex is steamy while fitting into an intricately woven plot. This perhaps isn't a book for the Ann Rice purest, but it is for those who enjoy a strong, fast moving plot coupled with good erotica.

I certainly do not have the eloquence of a writer, but I do readVampire Novels by the truck load. Diana Lee is right up there with Poppy Z Brite, Ann Rice, and Laurel K Hamilton. A Taste For Blood is a delicious novel about sensual, emotional, butt kicking female vampires. You won't find my copy for sale in the used book section. It will take a place of honor on my bookshelf beside the best of the best.

A delicious treat. A compelling, racy, seamlessly crafted story that grabs you and doesn't let go! Lee delivers all the skill and heat of the best old-school vampire tales, but with feminist-lesbian politics and cutting edge sexuality. It's a tale that transcends its genre. The story is intimate, the sex is magnificent, and the characters stay with you long after the book is closed. Once you have A Taste for Blood, you'll be dying for more.Sondra Solovay, EsqAuthor of Tipping the Scales of Justice