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The Laughing Corpse

By Laurell K. Hamilton
Series: Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, Novels
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The Laughing Corpse by Laurell K. Hamilton follows Anita Blake, a professional vampire hunter and necromancer, as she tackles a chilling case. A powerful and sadistic entity is behind a series of gruesome murders, compelling Anita to use her unique skills and navigate a dangerous supernatural world. As threats mount, she must rely on her wits and courage to survive.
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The Laughing Corpse

The older the zombie, the bigger the death needed to raise it.

After a few centuries, the only death big enough is a human sacrifice. I know because I'm an animator. My name is Anita Blake. Working for Animators, Inc. is just a job—like selling insurance. But all the money in the world wasn't enough for me to take on the particular job Harold Gaynor was offering. Somebody else did, though—a rogue animator. Now he's not just raising the dead... he's raising Hell. And it's up to me to stop it.

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The Laughing Corpse by Laurell K. Hamilton has been praised for its gripping storyline and fast-paced action, with readers particularly enjoying the strong character development of Anita Blake. Critics have highlighted the blend of mystery and supernatural elements, noting Hamilton's skill in keeping readers enthralled throughout the narrative. However, some have pointed out that the book's darker themes may not be for everyone.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755355303

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 September 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 259g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Laurell K. Hamilton is the bestselling author of the acclaimed Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, novels. She lives near St Louis with her husband, her daughter, two dogs and an ever-fluctuating number of fish.

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