Spark and Burn (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
by Diana G. Gallagher
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Publisher: Simon Spotlight Entertainment
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Too much time rehashing the series (2008-01-28)
When I buy a novel based on a television show, I either want a copy of the show or something very new. Frankly I’m guessing that the amount of truly new material in this book is under 50% thus the 3 of 5 stars. Oh, I suppose it is interesting to get into Spike’s head but how difficult was that in the series? I really was hoping for more insight into why he is so strongly attracted to Buffy, the fight for his soul and his fight to reclaim his sanity after he gets it back. Far too much time was spent in the book on the events of season two to satisfy me.Super Reader (2007-08-06)
This book is a combination of bits and pieces from both the Buffy and Angel tv series, with Spike as the main character. Mostly anchored around the 1997 events, when he first came to Sunnydale after the death of the Master, trying to find a cure for Drusilla, and in 2002, leading up to his decision to fight for good in 2003.An enjoyable read, but doesn’t break any new ground! (2007-04-16)
The book is an enjoyable read, but don’t expect anything new. 90% of this book is quoted directly from previous episodes of Buffy and Angel (althought NOT after Spike’s return). It fills in some VERY minor points in between, but it doesn’t break any new ground. From that perspective, it was definitely a disappointment. Especially after parting with $6.99. On the other hand, it’s nice to have most of the Spike story contained in one book. It’s a worthy read, but try to find it at your local library or borrow it from a friend!James Marsters on the cover HOT HOT HOT (2007-03-30)
Dont even have to open this one to enjoy it. Just look at that view! What a beautiful man!
Okay, besides the drool factor this is also a great read. Spike backstory and Buffy/Spike heat. Really cool book for the Buffy fan. Spike fans… BACK OFF… HE’S MINE!!!It’s Spike! Perfect Book for Spike Fans! (2007-01-24)
As a long-standing Spike fan myself, I can say with confidence that “Spark and Burn” is an awesome book for fellow fans. “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”, despite it’s cheesy show title, is one of the greatest shows of all time, and Spike is probably one of the best characters, next to Buffy herself.
“Spark and Burn” takes you on a journey through certain events on “Buffy”, especially during season 2 when Spike and Drusilla first crashed through that ‘Welcome to Sunnydale’ sign. It jumps back and forth from past events (when Spike was first sired by Drusilla, and the years following his birth as a vampire and his subsequent terrorizing of Europe with Drusilla, Darla, and Angelus) that help illustrate how Spike grew to be the vampire he is today, and current events (which for this book ‘current’ meant season 2, the first season Spike appeared as a character on Buffy). The book is told entirely from Spike’s point of view, which is unique in that most of the Buffy novels that contain Spike use him as a peripheral character. I’ve always wanted a Buffy novel that was all about Spike, and here it is!
What I loved most, besides Spike, was that the story took you through well-known Buffy episodes (mostly in season 2) and retold them while giving you a whole different perspective on things. It illustrates how Spike first viewed the Slayer, and how his initial animalistic attraction to her (despite the fact that he still intended to kill her), slowly transformed into grudging respect for her skills as a warrior, and eventually grew into a sort of burning need for her (hence the title of the book). Being able to (as a reader) get into Spike’s head and really experience the inner workings of this bleached-blonde care bear with fangs is a real trip! It’s an incredible journey, and I’d love to see more books like this one!
By the time you finish the book, you’re left wishing they had gone further with it, because you are so entranced that you don’t want it to end! (at least *I* didn’t want it to end). Spike fans, and especially Spike/Buffy fans, will truly get a kick out of this book! Those who aren’t necessarily Spike fans might become one after reading this!
Bottom line, it’s an awesome book, and I plan to read it several times!
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