2008-10-10 My favourite book, by a distance.

If you have not read this book, read it. Now. I have read it many times, and it keeps getting better. Stoker's descriptive language is wonderful, painting such a vivid picture in the reader's mind that you really feel like you are there. It is such a shame that nowadays no-one can read it without already knowing Dracula's identity, as Stoker builds the tension masterfully.

Do not watch Dracula films, read this book. You develop empathy with all the characters, and learn to admire the peerless Van Helsing.

A wonderful book, worthy of more than 5 stars.