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A recurring supernatural omen of danger associated with James Harris's presence. Reader Resources
James Harris , a charismatic newcomer who avoids daylight, has no bank account, and is eventually revealed to be a vampire. The Southern Book Club’s Guide To Slaying Vampi...
Grady Hendrix's is a horror-comedy set in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, during the 1990s . Described as " Steel Magnolias meets Dracula ," the novel explores suburban domesticity, systemic racism, and misogyny through the lens of a supernatural thriller. Guide Overview A recurring supernatural omen of danger associated with
Patricia Campbell , a polite, overburdened housewife and former nurse. Described as " Steel Magnolias meets Dracula ,"
Many editions include a reading group guide and an annotated true-crime reading list.
The book club members eventually realize that James Harris is a predator, both literally and figuratively. While the men of the community are seduced by James's financial advice and charisma, the women must take it upon themselves to protect their homes.
Patricia's life is defined by caretaking for her workaholic husband, teenage children, and senile mother-in-law. When local children—primarily from the marginalized Black community of Six Mile—start disappearing, the police and local men dismiss Patricia's concerns as the "hysteria" of a bored housewife.
