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The Angel Chronicles, Volume 2

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When I first bought this book, I was bummed because I didn't realize that it was a novelization of Buffy episodes rather than an original novel. However, I soon realized it was fun to read about the shows I had seen because the dialogue still rang true in black and white and some lines I might have forgotten, I could look up. The best part is the author chose some of the best Buffy episodes from the second season of the show including one of my favorite episodes to date: "Halloween." Since the three episodes chosen follow each other almost choronologically in the sequence of the Buffy show, (The others are "What's my line part 1" and "What's my line part 2") you can read this book from cover to cover and derive much enjoyment. Another bonus is that these episodes include two of Buffy's most engaging baddies: Of course I am referring to Spike and Drusilla. "Halloween" is the best of the lot. If you never saw this classic episode, here's a synopsis: It's Halloween at the Hellmouth-this is a traditionally slow time for vamps. Principal Snyder ropes the students including Buffy and her friends into chaparoning kids while they trick or treat. This episode also marks the debut of Ethan Rayne, an old adversary of Giles. He owns a mystical costume shop and he sells many people in town their halloween garb including Buffy and friends. Buffy dresses up like a noble woman to impress Angel. Rayne invokes the Roman god Janus and casts a spell which transforms everyone wearing one of his costumes into whatever they are dressed as. Good for Xander who becomes an soldier, but bad for Buffy who is turned into a meek and powerless maiden, prompting Willow to lament, "She couldn't have dressed up like Xena?" Spike discovers Buffy's predicament and relishes in the bedlam. Giles confrontation with the mysterious Ethan Rayne is one of the highlights of this spectacular show and book. The "Angel Chronicles Vol.2" doesn't disappoint. Buy it!

This book has three of the best Buffy episodes in it. I dont think that it could have picked better ones,the only way that this book could have been better is if they added on another section and put 'Becoming' parts one and two in. The episodes also show some of the charectors in a different light,like in 'halowen'Willow is the responsible one, and you also see the forcefull side of Giles. This book is very well writen and I advise anyone to buy it.

Excellent, absolutely brilliant. I'm a big Buffy fan and I've read most of Buffy books and this one is my favorite one ever. It features 3 of the most classical Buffy episodes. They couldn't have picked any episode better than these 3. They are funny and well-depicted. The thoughts of the characters are funny, awkward and adorable at the same time. This one is even better than the Angel Chronicles Vol. 1 coz Buffy and Angel's relationship has grown stronger and their love for each other is irresistable. You have to read it to love it. If you're a buffy fan, this one is a must, if you're not, get it anyway, you'll love it.

Whether or not you have seen the episodes "Halloween," and "What's My Line" parts 1 and 2, this book is a must have for all Buffy and Angel fans. Tankersley takes you into the minds of the characters, and gives you a glimpse of the motives for the action we see on television.

"Halloween" is one of the funiest episodes in the BTVS series. All hell breakes loose when the population of Sunnydale is transformed into their halloween costumes. And who is there to fight the children turned demons? Not the slayer, who unfortunately believes herself to be a noblewoman from the 18th century! There is a serious side to the episode, however. The appearance of an old friend reveals secrets Giles would rather have remain hidden.

"What's my Line" is an emportant episode in the Buffy mythology. Besides bringing up the possibility of there being two slayers in one time, we also see the beginings of a beautiful relationship between Willow and Oz!

A good read, and definately worth the buy!

I am a huge fan of Buffy the vampire slayer and i would just like to say that this book totally rocks! I did see all of the episodes that were in this but i personally think that the book is better cuz it's more detailed and stuff. Once i started reading i just couldn't stop-it's totally cool! if u love buffy and Angel and the rest of the gang, be sure to Buy it!

When I read this, I was a little turned off, yet a little turned on. Why wasn't this more on Angel? Not that I'm a big fan of his, but isn't this supposed to be the ANGEL Chronicles? Sure, this provided us with a view from other characters like Oz and Spike, but this oughta be coming from Angel's p.o.v. Also, the dialogue was a little too off in some places (take "I wish we could be like regular kids. Just a regular kid and her 200-year-old, creature-of-the-night boyfriend."). If you ask me, that just rubs off a layer of what the show is all about: witty lines that would come from a teen. Considering this is a novelization, and not an original novel, such lines really should not be too off from the originals. It strips away part of the show, and turns people off. Overall, I'd say it was a good effort, but could be better. A *LOT* better.

I know some people won't agree with me on this, but I didn't think that the author did a very good job of capturing those certain episodes. Also, I already saw those episodes, so it held no suspense. However, since I love Angel and Buffy, it just gets three stars for that fact and that fact only. :) Anyway, I would suggest that if you haven't seen these episodes then you can buy this book, but it might be a slight waste of money if you have seen these episodes

This volume is the novelization of 3 excellent episodes: Halloween - Buffy wants to impress Angel by dressing as a 18th century lady. However Giles'old friend Ethan casts a spell which turns everyone into the character their costume represents. Buffy is helpless and Spike is on the move. What's My Line, Part one and two - Spike sends bounty hunters to kill Buffy. He captures Angel to use him in a ritual to cure Dru and there is a new slayer in town.

The three stories focus on Angel's love for Buffy. Also Buffy comes face to face with the problem of a slayer loving a vampire. Everyone wants Angel dead and Buffy is determined to stop them because as she says, "Nobody messes with my boyfriend."

It was very well compiled and it was a joy to read if you have seen the show(s) or not.

A great book spciely of you seen the shows, Of couse anything that has to do with Angel is great this is no exception, buy it, read it, you'll love it. Can't wait for the third one , I hope there is a third one.