Synopses & Reviews
Go deep into the heart of Mystic Falls with this episode-by-episode look at the first season of The Vampire Diaries Premiering in the thick of the vampire craze, The Vampire Diaries has proven itself to be much more than yet another addition to the overpopulated, undead pop-culture racket. Its mix of romance, horror, drama, and humor has won it great ratings for The CW, international acclaim, and a growing and devoted fan base. Love You to Death: The Unofficial Companion to The Vampire Diaries is the essential guide to the show, featuring: - the story of L.J. Smith who first introduced Elena and the Salvatore brothers in her bestselling book series; - background on Kevin Williamson (Dawsons Creek, Scream) and Julie Plec (Kyle XY), the masterminds behind the adaptation from page to screen; - biographies of the actors who bring Mystic Falls residents to life (. . . or afterlife); - insightful explorations of each episode with information on the rich history, supernatural mythology, film references, character development, and much more; and - exclusive interviews with TVDers, like the much-loved Malese Jow (Anna) and the fandoms fearless leaders. With photos of the irresistible cast and of the shows filming locations, Love You to Death captures the fun, fangs, and fear that make The Vampire Diaries so epic.
Review
"The book's photos, exclusive interviews and details about each episode make this an interesting, informative read for true fans." "The" magazine
Synopsis
Taking devoted fans deep into the heart of Mystic Falls, the fictional setting of the CW hit series The Vampire Diaries, this guide will satisfy the curiosity of the series many loyal viewers. Garnering huge ratings for the network week after week, The Vampire Diaries mix of horror, romance, drama, and self-aware humor has won it a growing and devoted fan base in its very first season. A complete episode guide and biographical portraits of the cast and veteran writer/producer Kevin Williamson, whose credits include Dawsons Creek and the Scream movies, make this an essential resource for fans. The story behind the creation of the show, information about the bestselling book series by L. J. Smith that first introduced Elena and the Salvatore brothers, and the rich veins of history and mythology that run through the scripts are explored in this essential companion to this new audience favorite.
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"Well written and thoroughly detailed, this book will satisfy and entertain dyed-in-the-wool viewers." School Library Journal