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Circus of the Damned: An Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter Novel
by Laurell K. Hamilton
About this book
First time in trade paperback: the third novel in the 1 New York Times bestselling series.
In Circus of the Damned-now in trade paperback for the first time-a rogue master vampire hits town, and Anita gets caught in the middle of an undead turf war. Jean-Claude, the Master Vamp of the city, wants her for his own-but his enemies have other plans. And to make matters worse, Anita takes a hit to the heart when she meets a stunningly handsome junior high science teacher named Richard Zeeman. They're two humans caught in the crossfire-or so Anita thinks.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
- B002R85K76
Reader Reviews
June 17, 2020
I first read Circus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton back in 2009. Now it’s 2020, and I’m glad I got a chance to reread it because I couldn’t remember this book. It was like reading the book for the first time. It was great to read this book, feeling like it’s brand new. Anita is dealing with Jean-Claude still on giving her the last two marks to be his human servant. Anita is again saying no. Unfortunately, she’s got to deal with other Master Vampires in her city now that want her as their...
September 27, 2025
I decided to start reading these book because my hubby talked highly of the series. I've not been disappointed. Great read and keeps you on your toes. )
January 17, 2017
This book is not one of my favorite from the series. Book is well written great story a lot of killing. Anita gets to kill a million year old vampire saving the day and the city. However Anita is very prejudiced in this book. I know that she is fighting her attraction to the Master of the City, Jean Claude, but she is always rude to him. She acts like she is better than he is. It would take me awhile to list the instances where I found her rude. Here is just a few near the end. In the end they...
January 6, 2026
I’ve read every one of Laurell’s books once. Recently I went back to the beginning to reexperience Anita’s life. I am so glad I did! Laurell’s writing is rich. Her characters worm their way into your head and take up residence. Rereading these books is joyous. If you haven’t read any of Laurell’s work yet, START. You will not be disappointed. )
September 6, 2016
“Most women complain that there are no single, straight men left. I’d just like to meet one who’s human.” This has to be one of my favorite books in the Anita Blake series. This is where it seems that the shifter world starts getting a more prominent spot in the Anitaverse, which just adds an additional layer of complications, and fun, to the series. It’s also where you first meet Richard, who is totally dreamy and wonderful, at least for now. This is also where you start noticing that Anita...
