The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires
- Authors: Grady Hendrix
- Series:
- Genres: Horror
- Rank:Top 10 in Best Vampire Horror on AmazonTop 50 in Best Ghost Thrillers on AmazonTop 50 in Best Serial Killer Thrillers on Amazon
- Rating: 4.2 based on 24,386 reviews
- Release Date: April 7, 2020
- Print length: 408 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
New York Times Bestselling Horror Novel
A women's book club in a small Southern town must confront a mysterious newcomer, reminiscent of Steel Magnolias meets Dracula.
Bonus Features:
- Reading group guide for book clubs
- Hand-drawn map of Mt. Pleasant
- Annotated true-crime reading list by Grady Hendrix
- And more!
Patricia Campbell’s life is feeling small, with her husband consumed by work, her kids growing up, and her mother-in-law needing constant care. Her book club provides her only solace, where Charleston women gather to discuss true crime and the dark side of society.
After a brutal attack by a neighbor, Patricia meets James Harris, a charming and mysterious man. But as children go missing in the town, Patricia suspects James may be hiding a sinister secret. However, by the time she realizes the true danger James poses, it may be too late.
As Patricia fights to protect herself and her community from this monstrous new threat, she learns that not all evil comes in the same form. Will she be able to stop James before it's too late? Find out in this gripping tale of horror and suspense.
Praise for this book
This funny and fresh take on a classic tale manages to comment on gender roles, racial disparities, and white privilege all while creeping me all the way out. So good