Week 2 ~ P177/end of chapter 18 (with spoilers)

[Amy]

Hi, this is the discussion topic for week 2's progress with our July book, In Nightfall.

This topic can include spoilers up to the end of chapter 18, so only continue reading this post if you have read up to this point.

I love how Suzanne Young builds atmosphere right from the start. The Lost Boys is one of my favourite films and it's fun to see the parallels.

❓ What do you think of the town's backstory?
❓ What are your thoughts about the vampires?
❓ Are you enjoying the podcast dimension?

I will open up the next topic in a week for us to talk (with spoilers) about up to page p275/the end of chapter 27.

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Happy reading!

[E. D.]

The backstory is intriguing and quite frightening, especially with its tie to the mural and the Midnight Dive.
As for the vampires, they're a little different from what I've encountered in other books, which I like, but I can't wait to see what they can really do (besides what they've already done to Theo and Marco).
The podcasters are a nice touch, our expert figures in the story and am looking forward to seeing more of them.
I wonder if there will be a team up of some sorts between the grandmother and the podcasters.

[Amy]

E.D. wrote: "The backstory is intriguing and quite frightening, especially with its tie to the mural and the Midnight Dive.
As for the vampires, they're a little different from what I've encountered in other bo..."

I think the backstory of this book is super interesting! I love it when vampire books offer new layers and dimensions to what vampires can do. I'm also a fan of the podcasters. I think it takes the book in a fun new direction!

[Jen]

I'm liking how the story delves deep into the history of Nightfall and why things are the way they are in particular with the mural, The Midnight Dive etc. Theo is a pretty clue character and it's great how she is able to follow her gut when in the town and in relation to the weird vibes from the girls. her brother Marco comes across so far as quite immature and brooding considering he is meant to be looking out for Theo in the story.

[Amy]

Jen wrote: "I'm liking how the story delves deep into the history of Nightfall and why things are the way they are in particular with the mural, The Midnight Dive etc. Theo is a pretty clue character and it's ..."

I love how the town and vampire lore are woven into this book! I completely agree with your take on the characters too. Theo is the relatable and most developed in my opinion, perhaps because she's the viewpoint character.

[Peter]

the backstory is gripping, and done really well with the podcasters. The vampires are still quite mysterious at this point and I can't wait to find out more about them..

[I'mogén]

really loving this! really atmospheric and moody in style

[Kim]

I agree with Peter that the vampires are very mysterious so far and I hope we learn a bit more about them. The podcast dimension is really cool. I really love the atmosphere of the book and just can't stop reading.

[Amy]

Peter wrote: "the backstory is gripping, and done really well with the podcasters. The vampires are still quite mysterious at this point and I can't wait to find out more about them.."

Sorry for the late reply! The backstory and the mythology drawn out by the podcast is one of my favourite things about this book. It did take a while for the vampires to be revealed. I like how the story unfolded gradually.

[Amy]

I'mogén wrote: "really loving this! really atmospheric and moody in style"

Sorry for the late reply! I'm so glad you like the mood and atmosphere. Me too! I hope you enjoyed it by the end.

[Amy]

Kim wrote: "I agree with Peter that the vampires are very mysterious so far and I hope we learn a bit more about them. The podcast dimension is really cool. I really love the atmosphere of the book and just ca..."

Sorry for the late reply! I hope the vampire reveal was satisfying when you got to it. I loved the podcast and the atmosphere. Two of my favourite things about the book!