![]() ![]() It is not as good as 'The Awakening' but it does end on an intriguing cliff hanger that could spin the series in a new direction.Ĩ/10 A better than average teenage vampire tale. ![]() ![]() 'The Struggle' is a better than average teenage vampire tale, the story moves along and does not dwell on character's angst. There are a few disturbing and scary scenes were a vampire threatens to eat a baby, but apart from that there is nothing objectionable in 'The Struggle'. Disappointingly, there are not many historical flashbacks in this novel, and there are no big revelations about the vampires' characters. This works better for the action sequences and those parts of the story not about Elena. The plot device of Elena's diary getting stolen means that the storytelling becomes more traditional. The stakes are definitely higher in this volume (no pun intended), all the characters are in more danger, and there is a feeling of tension throughout the novel. On top of that, Damon has become obsessed with Elena and wants to turn her into a vampire. Stefan is still being blamed for animal attack, and Elena's diary has been stolen by Caroline. First Print thus) by L.J.Smith and a great selection of related. Many of the character are different, and some don't even exist in the show. SLIPCASED The Vampire Diaries - The Awakening: WITH The Struggle Books 1 & 2 (1st Edition. Do not read this thinking that being familiar with the television series will be enough information. It is essential to have read that book to enjoy 'The Struggle'. This is the 2nd in the 'Vampire Diaries' series, and starts immediately where 'The Awakening' left off. ![]()
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