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Shori wakes up injured, in the middle of nowhere with no memory of who or what she is. Soon she discovers that she is a genetically altered vampire whose family has been murdered. Shori must learn how to rejoin her people while trying to find out who is responsible for her injuries and the mass murder of her family. Octavia Butler always creates a compelling story that uses science fiction and fantasy elements to explore aspects of society and humanity. She never shies away from uncomfortable si
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Not my favorite Butler book, but this twist on a vampire story was still a very good read. Unlike I am Legend, this book deals more with the social aspects of a vampire community, which illuminate our own family and community relationships.
Move over Twilight: by far the best vampire novel I've read in years.
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