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Part of "Sookie Stackhouse" series
Definitely Dead, by Charlaine Harris, is the sixth novel in the popular Southern Vampire Mysteries series, which later inspired the television show True Blood. The series follows the life of Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress living in the small town of Bon Temps, Louisiana. In Definitely Dead, Sookie is tasked with cleaning out the estate of her recently deceased cousin, Hadley, who was also a telepath and had been living in New Orleans. As Sookie sifts through Hadley's possessions, she discovers that her cousin was involved in a number of illicit activities, including drug use and relationships with vampires. Sookie's investigation into Hadley's death leads her to cross paths with a number of supernatural creatures, including vampires, werewolves, and witches. Along the way, she must also navigate her own complicated love life, which includes relationships with vampires Bill Compton and Eric Northman. Definitely Dead is a fast-paced and engaging mystery that combines elements of horror, romance, and comedy. Harris's writing is witty and sharp, and she has a knack for creating memorable and relatable characters. The world-building in the series is also impressive, with a richly detailed supernatural underworld that feels both fantastical and grounded in reality. Fans of the Southern Vampire Mysteries series will enjoy Definitely Dead's twists and turns, as well as the further development of Sookie's character and relationships. However, the novel can also be enjoyed as a standalone mystery, as Harris provides enough background information to allow new readers to easily follow the plot. Overall, Definitely Dead is a satisfying and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of mystery, horror, and romance. Its unique blend of genres and engaging characters make it a standout in the crowded field of supernatural fiction...
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Living Dead in Dallas
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Club Dead
The third book in the Southern Vampire Mysteries series finds Sookie Stackhouse in a world of trouble when her boyfriend, Bill, goes missing. She sets out to find him and soon finds herself in a dangerous situation involving werewolves and vampires.
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Dead to the World
In this fourth book of the Southern Vampire Mysteries series, Sookie Stackhouse is recovering from a breakdown when she stumbles upon a naked and amnesiac vampire, Eric. As she helps him regain his memory, they uncover a plot to overthrow the vampire hierarchy.
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Dead as a Doornail
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Dead as a Doornail
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The Dresden Files: Storm Front
Fans of 'Definitely Dead' who enjoy urban fantasy and supernatural detective stories will enjoy 'Storm Front', the first book in The Dresden Files series. Harry Dresden, a professional wizard and consultant for the Chicago police, must solve a series of murders involving magic.
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The Iron Druid Chronicles: Hounded
Fans of 'Definitely Dead' who enjoy urban fantasy and humor will enjoy 'Hounded', the first book in The Iron Druid Chronicles. Atticus O'Sullivan, a 2,000-year-old Druid, must outwit a Celtic god and a pack of werewolves while protecting his magical secrets in modern-day Arizona.
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