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Necroscope Defilers

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Of all of the Necroscope novels . . .this installment took a little getting used to at first. If the first Necroscope novel was From Russia With Love . . .Defilers is Moonraker. (Not everyone's all time favorite, but a heck of a lot of fun! )

All the elements are in place for a fantastic conclusion. Mr. Lumley only gives the reader the briefest glimpses of the three Wamphyri: Molinari, Swartz, and Vavara...but when we do see them and as their plot begins to unfold.... WATCH OUT!

This only helps the newest story! It's clever writing on Brian's behalf. It will leave Necroscope fans clammering for more! No spoilers here, but once the story starts picking up speed... it never lets up.

Our new Necroscope is having his own issues that many readers will have a feeling of deja vu. (It's Deadspeak and Deadspawn all over again many will cry! But is it?)

In Britain, this series was titled E-Branch: Invaders, Defilers... which makes sense as we get to see more in depth characterizations of the team's various members. The continuing development of our old friends works wonderfully well in this outing.

All in all, this is a fine addition to the Necroscope family of novels and will no doubt help paint what will become the final tapestry.

Wonderful cliffhanger ending that will have many readers screaming for Necroscope: Avengers!

The pieces are all in place for that final whiz-bang of an adventure! There are so many possible story lines it can take! I myself can hardly wait! So far this has been a fun-fun-fun ride! It will be a shame when it has to end!

His name? Lumley, Brian Lumley.

Prior fans of Brian Lumley's Necroscope series will be the recommended audience for Defilers , which continues the ongoing story of science fiction horror. Here Jake is learning how to travel across space and talk to the dead - despite the presence of a vampire hitchhiker who may affect his future. The complex plot requires familiarity with prior series titles to be optimally enjoyed.

I have read all of this man's vampire books, and the Necroscope novels are some of THE BEST stories in terms of sheer excitement and just plain good, fun reading today. DEFILERS, though not one of the best of this authors works, is still a fun and interesting chapter in the ongoing fight against the bad ol' Whampyrie vampires. New levels of storytelling and ongoing character development was sure apparent in this book. I hope that the next novel, (the last-darn-it), carries us back to the vampire world of sunside/starside, which is where this author does his best work in my opinion. I like the new necroscope Jake Cutter and his love interest Liz Merrick, but they are hardly together in this novel, but they are surrounded by other E-branch people who all have their own unique powers which is always fun to read. I reccommend this book highly and am waiting eagerly foe the final showdown and book in this long-lasting series.

I waited intently for Necroscope:Defilers after the 1st installment and I must agree, this one took a little longer to get going. I think that the exposition was a bit lengthy and that more of the focus should have been on the Necroscope (isn't that the title of the book?), but don't take this as a bash. I was still happy once the story took root, and to those familiar with Brian's saga, you will get that same sinking feeling on the last page (Aw no, it's over? I want MORE!) Honestly, the worst part about this book is that it will definitely leave your mouth watering for the final installment. Actually, it's bittersweet. You want to know HOW it ends, but you don't want it to actually end. Do yourself a favor and get this book (along with the other 12), you won't be disappointed.

On the whole this is a great book but it does need an in depth knowledge of the rest ot the series from the very beginning. Lumley takes some time to actually get to the meat of the tale and has a little too much exposition at the start. However once he starts the main tale it rattles along at a ferocious pace which makes it painful to even think of putting it down. Watchout for the cliffhanger ending though as it will be a long year to wait for the next novel.

Better than stephen king or dean koontz. If you are ever looking for an author to read and read, Brian Lumley is it. I have read off hand probably 15 books of the same story, characters, and cant wait for the next one.

I thought this was the weakest of the Necroscope series. Lumley is trying to turn his vampire stories into romances. He spent way too much time describing his lovely women and the virile Jake. I yawned! Where's the action???

This is true Brian Lumley. He is successfully able to weave yet another tale in the continuing saga of the Whamphyri and E-Branch. As usual this is a book you'll be unable to put down. Lumley grabs your attention and keeps it. You'll be sorry when you reach the last page. Let's hope there are many, many more Lumley tales of the Whamphyri, Necroscope and E-Branch in the future.

If you haven't read the Necrosope series - what are you waiting for? This series takes the well worn vampire topic and puts a spin on it. A little bit of horror, little fantasy, and a lot of suspense make for a great story. I recommned starting with the first Necrosope and working your way through the series.

He keeps them coming. E-Branch and its followers have their hands full with these old Whamphri and its nonstop action. Its just another addition to an already perfect collection.