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Necroscope: Resurgence (Lost Years)

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I was introduced to the NECROSCOPE series in 1990 by a co- worker, and have been a rabid fan from that day forward.
The one big problem I allways had reading this series was the big gap in time(and plot) between "wampheri" and "the source". a These two books not only explain the time gap but the confusing plot quirks in the following books. Did the Mr Lumley have this in mind when writing the original series? My guess is yes, because it not only ties the origional series SO SWEETLY to the "vampire world" books,it never once appears an attempt to "cover up" an error.

Huge fan of the orginal Necroscope series. Abandoned Ship half way thru the Vampire World trilogy. Was plenty pleased when I found these books which took place back in the world I loved of Europe, a mostly normal Harry, and E-Branch.

Things started great. Awesome characters, awesome backstory on the characters. All the foundations for a killer story to unfold. The first book was cool, but lacking of any meat which was fine but cause I knew it'd all be in book 2 anyhow. Only, it wasn't. Not even 300 pages into it. Mind you, there's stuff going on all throughout. But when you sit back and think on it, you realize that pretty much everybody's just sitting around doing nothing.

The horror aspect is pretty nil and as well the graffic depictions of sex and violence.

The plot constantly builds and builds but there is no pay off. Nobody gets their plan even remotely into action which sucks after reading a thousand pages of them talking about doing it.

In the end, Lumley ruins everything by breaking one of his established rules of the universe he created. This is in regaurd the dead rising out of love for the Necroscope. Hey, screw it, I guess anybody can.

And worst of all, what you basically get are two Necroscope books without a Necroscope, cause all his powers have been taken away. Nobody wants to watch a movie about Superman getting beat up by a trucker.

Twoard the end, his writing gets a little repetitive and a lot of annoying. Innocent? quatrain. Innocent...?

Could have been pretty exciting. Instead, we get a lot of bombs. Litteraly. Still, I read damn near the whole thing in one day so it must have fairly entertaining, hence my 3 stars.

Volume Two of The Lost Years doesn't maintain the suspense or wonder of Volume One over its 550 or so pages. The trio of vampire families were much more gripping in *getting* to know them, as opposed to the realization of their devious plans which falls somewhat flat. It has its moments, especially in the further history of Radu,incorporating factual dates in history along the way. A chilling cameo by Faethor Ferenczy was a terrific touch of continuity by Mr. Lumley. Infusing an actual Quatrain from Nostradamus into the story was very eerie as well. Obviously if you are on the journey reading all of The Necroscope books, you will not want to skip this. I was genuinely moved at the ending, and was overall satisfied with the book.

Lumley's Necroscope series is a great change of pace for all vampire fans getting bored with the sensitive and romantic vampire trend that seems to have been going on for the longest time. The Lumley books combine spying, action, fantasy, alternate universe mythology, but best of all, real hard core vampires. It's great to see the vampires threatening again, like in true horror!

This is a great read. Lumley once again uses his amazing talent to telling the story of the origin of the werewolf plus so much more. Both of these books are worth every penny and then some, but in my opinion, the trilogy of the vampire world is just a tad better. But this is pulse-pounding reading just the same! Turn out the lights - I dare you!

Mr. Lumley defines greatness as an author and as a very descriptive,imaginative, overwhelming storyteller. An overall "thrilling ride" into the unknown and the supernatural. With combining love, hate,ESPionage, and an entirely new world of a Vampires never before matched, Mr. Lumley entices you and and will keep you on the edge of your seat with a hunger for more. I highly recommend this series for any future horror-sci-fi reading you may have. ***Matches and surpasses the expectations of any current horror authors****

Lumley answers all the questions about the beginings of the necroscope and his powers. we are allowed to learn what makes harry Koegh tick. This installment is a wonderful addition to the already acclaimed series. This is a must read for Lumley fans and first time readers alike

Many authors when writing an on going saga, sell out as the series goes on. Lumley is as rich in detail and gore as ever. You must read this book

I'm a big fan of Lumley's Necroscope books, but I have to say, The Lost Years could very well have STAYED lost, and it would have been...well...no great loss. This book takes place between the 2nd and 3rd Necroscope books; since we already know the destiny of Harry, (AND his wife and 3 children as well..) the book suffers from the "Where is this going" syndrome. Don't get me wrong- Necroscope readers WILL get their moneys worth. NON-FANS will, however, be totally lost. The book was just too bogged down with characters- Harry, E-Branch, Ferenczys/Francezis, Radu, Bonnie Jean...The only character I really connected with, (Inspector Ianson) vanishes FAR too quickly. And even though I had read the previous 9 books, at times I was totally confused. Not a bad effort, but..not Lumley's best. (Try the original Necroscope for some REAL thrills and chills!) dan.reilly@viahealth.org

"The second book in the Lost Years (Necroscope) two book set. It made me lose any previous scepticism I had about dragging on this series. I was hooked. By the end of the book I hungered for more damned it! Now what the heck do I do?