Vampire Mountain (Book 4 Of Saga Of Darren Shan)

Description:
Darren Shan, the vampire's assistant is forced to march to Vampire Mountain where he will be judged by the vampire princes. THE SAGA OF DARREN SHAN BOOK 4 Darren Shan and Mr Crepsley make a long and dangerous trek to the vampire's stronghold in the mountains. The trek is a test of skill and endurance -- one which sees Darren's vampire nature develop, and a new understanding of the mysterious blue-robed servants of the sinister Mr Tiny. Gavner Purl makes a welcome return when he joins Darren and Mr Crepsley, but they face more than the cold on their way to the vampire princes -- the vampaneze have been there before them! Will Darren's meeting with the Vampire Princes restore his human nature, or turn him further towards the darkness!

Review:
Cirque Du Freak '!fast-paced and compelling book which leaves the reader hungry for more.' JK Rowling 'Brilliant, macabre tale.' Guardian 'I read Cirque Du Freak last week. I loved it. I love the way you manage to juggle the funny with the unpleasant, the affection with the hurt. It's great story-telling.' Roddy Doyle The Vampire's Assistant 'The Vampire's Assistant blazes a thrilling, gruesome trail through a fascinating plot.' The Good Book Guide Vampire Mountain 'Get your teeth into it!' Funday Times

Author Biography:
Born in London in 1972, Darren O'Shaughnessy [writing as Darren Shan] moved to Limerick with his parents and younger brother. Darren returned to London to study Sociology and English then worked for a TV cable company. His first adult novel Ayumarca has been published by Orion and his writing has been likened to Clive Barker and Iain Banks. He is now a full-time writer of TV scripts and novels. Vampire Mountain is his fourth title for children.