Have you read "Bitten and Smitten?" Reviews!!

[Justhad]

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I wanted to make a thread for those who've read Michelle Rowen's "Bitten and Smitten," because it frankly, it was one of the best novels I've read in awhile. I love to read and on average (before my eye issue) read about 4 books a week ranging from anything like a Buffy novel, to Pride and Prejudice. I thought this novel was very witty and always had me turning the page to find out what happened next... The twist with the supposed "curse" definetly had my jaw dropping! I really liked the character of Sarah, her whiny and witty remarks reminded me a lot of Phoebe Halliwell from "Charmed" as did the photo on the front. The cute Buffy/Angel additions really made me laugh too. Sarah and Amy's disseration on Thierry was one of my favorite moments.. "He's good Angel all the time!!"
I love series books, and the worst part was knowing that the characters were done when the book finished... **hint hint - write a sequel!!** Vampire love stories are some of my favorites, and I enjoy them more when they're more "Buffy" than "Dracula," especially with updated pop culture references.

The part about vampires being such a casual part of society was interesting, plus Amy's "transformation" by the end of the novel. It was almost like if you'd taken characters from "See Jane Date" and placed them in a perfectly normal town with a hidden vampire scene. The characters really grew on me, and were all so different that they blended very nicely together.

Thank you Michelle for writing such an exciting novel, I'm glad you were able to introduce such a creative original work!! I'm very excited to read more of your novels... and I'm hoping for a sequel... because Thierry is just that attractive

~Hadley

[callisto]

Well, aren't you sweet. Glad you liked it. I replied to your PM also, but I'll announce it here too that there will be a sequel. Hooray! I'm writing it right now and it will be released early next year. It's called FANGED & FABULOUS, and will follow Sarah's continuing story as she adjusts to being a vamp. Very happy about it, lemme tell you.

My second book's out in July. Not vamps this time, but fallen angels and demons (and one talking rat named Reggie). Still funny, though. I hope! It's called ANGEL WITH ATTITUDE, and I'm going to be putting up a chapter a month till its release starting April 1st on my website: www.michellerowen.com

[buffyville]

Callisto, I LOVED the book, I aqm recommending it to everyone I know!!!

Thank you SO much for it, I will Definately pick up everything you write :-)

-Val

[abcfan]

I've still got to pick it up and it is definitely my priority when I get paid but I just wanted to say I think it's amazing you are having so much success with you're writing. A huge congratulations.

[Spikerific]

I just wanted to add as well that this book is FABULOUS! I was sad when it ended because i wanted to read more!! Thank goodness there will be a sequel!!! Seriously, this book is awesome! I read it in like, 3 days! I just couldn't put it down! Thanks again for sending me the book Michelle! And kudos on an amazing book! So funny, great characters, story and twists!

[Scullow]

Is a guy going to be able to get into this book?

[callisto]

scullow said:

Is a guy going to be able to get into this book?

Personally, I think so. Some other guys have read it and liked it. It's rather Buffy-esque. I have the first three chapters on my site, so that'll give you a good idea if you'll like it or not, I think, if you'd like to check it out.

Chapter one starts here:

www.michellerowen.com/ex-BittenSmitten.shtml

[lostguardian]

Michelle, I loved your first chapter! I am so going to buy this. I like the idea of the hunters being the bad guys. Very creative. I, myself, hope to be a writer someday. I honestly would prefer screenwriter, but reading just the first chapter makes me think, 'oh, a novel writer wouldn't be that bad'. I actually have a few questions for you if you're ever available. Thanks. Can't wait to buy the book? Where can I buy the book at? Wal-Mart maybe? Or do I need to go to a Borders?

[Scullow]

callisto said:

scullow said:

Is a guy going to be able to get into this book?

Personally, I think so. Some other guys have read it and liked it. It's rather Buffy-esque. I have the first three chapters on my site, so that'll give you a good idea if you'll like it or not, I think, if you'd like to check it out.

Chapter one starts here:

www.michellerowen.com/ex-BittenSmitten.shtml

Many thanks Michelle. I read the first chapter and liked what I read. It has a sort of leftfield sense of humour like mine. I ordered from Amazon and look forward to reading it.

cheers

Paul

[Scullow]

I read it in 2 1/2 days whilst I was at work. I had a lot of cigarette breaks and you have to do something when standing out in the cold.
Loved it to bits. It got a bit sappy for me at times, but I could deal with it because of the humour. I am the sort of person that will read a book on a train and doesn't mind laughing out loud, and I did that quite a lot with your book. More please. I am really looking forward to part 2 next year.

[Sammie]

I don't have it yet, still hoping they will translate it and release it over here

[Immortal]

I've just finished this book after a few days of reading, and I was blown away. It was probably the most enjoyable book that I've read this year! I loved the storyline and the plot twists were always surprising. I could just sit down for hours and read without getting bored--it was that good. I just couldn't put the book down. I loved the characters and all of their different personalities. I love the Buffy/Angel references in the story as well. I'm very happy with the ending and am so pleased to hear that there is sequel. I am now a major fan of Michelle Rowen's work and will most definately be reading all the the novels that she creates.