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I see that it has a higher rating that 'Interview with the Vampire' and I want to know, for those of you who liked it better than the first, what makes it better? 'Interview' was a near perfect novel in my eyes, and I couldn't stand Lestat. What changes here?

k-bookee It changes everything. It basically tells Lestat's origin and his side of the story in "Interview with a Vampire". I used to hate Lestat too. But afte…moreIt changes everything. It basically tells Lestat's origin and his side of the story in "Interview with a Vampire". I used to hate Lestat too. But after reading this... I basically threw Louis out the window. The delusional bastard! XD(less)

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Do I necessarily need to read "Interview with a vampire" first?

Cidney S. Hi. Even though this question was posted a year ago, I decided to answer just in case there are others who have the same question. Also, this is one o…moreHi. Even though this question was posted a year ago, I decided to answer just in case there are others who have the same question. Also, this is one of my absolute favorite books, and Lestat just might be my favorite character of any book I've read. That being said, I don't think it's necessary to read IWAV first.

Something to consider is that The Vampire, Lestat is written from Lestat's point of view, whereas, IWAV is written from Louis' viewpoint. Personally, while I thoroughly enjoyed IWAV and did read it first, I did not like the character, Lestat as depicted by Louis. Because of that, I almost didn't buy TVL. However, after reading a few pages, I decided to read it - so VERY glad I did. Lestat in the second book (his book LOL) is much more engaging, interesting, and ... ahem ... dare I say, fleshed out.

Lastly, it seems a good thing in a lot of cases, to read the first book in a series before moving on, but this book can stand alone. While you won't be lost, you will probably become very curious to know the first.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!(less)

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How does this compare with the Interview with the Vampire? The first half of the first book was fantastic, really deep, insightful and great characters. However it really fizzled out in the second half and I found that part very boring. Lestat was a great character however and following his story is why I am contemplating this book. I assume it is set after the events of the first book?

Allen Cross It's actually Lestat's backstory and what events in his mortal and vampire life led up to his encounter with Louis. I agree that Interview With the Va…moreIt's actually Lestat's backstory and what events in his mortal and vampire life led up to his encounter with Louis. I agree that Interview With the Vampire gets a bit dull after the first half, particularly after Lestat leaves the story, but I didn't find the same issue with this one. If you like Lestat, as I did I, then you should definitely give it a shot. I can answer any further inquiries you may have.(less)

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What is the meaning of the 'Savage Garden' and how does it relate to Lestat's being a vampire?

Cidney S. Hi. The Savage Garden is Lestat's nickname for the world. It's how he sees it. How did you become aware of the term? Are you reading the book? That is…moreHi. The Savage Garden is Lestat's nickname for the world. It's how he sees it. How did you become aware of the term? Are you reading the book? That is the best way to know. (less)

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