From School Library Journal

Grade 5-8–The young half-vampire Prince is on a quest with his guardian, a Vampire General, and a Little Person (a creature who had once been human and works for the vampires) to defeat the Lord of the Vampaneze. While on their action-packed journey, the unlikely quartet meets a sorceress who tells them that they will have four opportunities to kill their enemy, and that if they fail, only one of them will remain alive to witness the fall of the vampire clan. Following this dark prophesy, Darren and his group come in contact with the Cirque du Freak and a group of vampaneze and encounter the villain himself. Character development is evident in Darren, but less so in more minor characters. A few explanations of earlier events will help readers who have not read the earlier titles. Incidents of intoxication and graphic depictions of violence, along with a few obscenities, are vital to the story. Simple language, a fast pace, humor, and a suspenseful plot are the hallmarks of this seventh entry in the series.–Jessi Platt, Auburn Public Library, AL
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Review

Hunters of the DuskThe attention to detail is as great as ever and it will leave fans with the promise of bigger revelations and developments to come. Funday TimesCirque Du FreakA compelling book…a plot full of twists which leaves the reader hungry for more. J.K. RowlingOne of the 50 Best Children’s books of 1999 – The IndependentA top notch supernatural thriller told with pace and tension… Leave the lights on… – Books Etc Magazine‘Brilliant, macabre tale.’ – Guardian"I read Cirque Du Freak last week. I loved it. I love the way you manage to juggle the funny with the unpleasant, the affection with the hurt. It'sgreat story-telling."Roddy DoyleThe Vampire’s AssistantThe Vampire’s Assistant blazes a thrilling, gruesome trail through a fascinating plot – The Good Book GuideVampire Mountain“Get your teeth into it!” – Funday Times