I am not yet done with this book, but so far, (and I am quite far) this book is absolutely genius. Merrick is one of Anne Rice’s best, and I can only say that her writing gets better and better. David Talbot as a vampire is quite amusing, but sad, also. Lestat in his stupor is upsetting to me, because I love him deeply. Louis is a sad fellow, and I hope he gets what he wants soon. Great Nananne was a frightening old woman, and Cold Sandra and Honey in the Sunshine are odd characters, purely made from Rice’s genius mind. Aaron Lightner was a great character, and I like him a lot. Merrick Mayfair is a wonderfully brilliant young woman, and i’m sure she will make an even better vampire. All in all, this book is AMAZING!!!