Praise for the Jane Austen, Vampire series
“Rollicking … a witty demonstration of how beautifully the dilemmas of being Jane Austen and a vampire can comport with the tropes of chick lit. You’ll thirst for the conclusion of the trilogy.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Jane Goes Batty
“Inventive and funny, and the story progresses with the kind of light touch that compares favorably to the … Stephenie Meyer Twilight series.… [Ford] consistently delights.”
—Bay Area Reporter on Jane Bites Back
“Fang-tastic.”
—Publishers Weekly on Jane Bites Back
“Hilarious … I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and know you will too!”
—The Vampire Librarian on Jane Bites Back
“A fun, humorous weekend read! … It [made] me laugh out loud. Ford does a fantastic job capturing the spirit of Jane Austen.”
—Vamp Chix on Jane Goes Batty
“A rollicking good read … Ford is wickedly funny.”
—Dirty Laundry on Jane Bites Back
“Ford approvingly cites Seth Grahame-Smith’s Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, but his own mashup is better integrated, more knowledgeable about Austen and considerably funnier.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Jane Bites Back
“Readers who fall under Jane’s spell will be eagerly awaiting her next adventure.”
—Library Journal on Jane Bites Back
“Ford’s Jane is a very fun and funny heroine to root for as she endures the indignities of publishing and bookselling, fends off danger and (perhaps) finds love.”
—Publishers Weekly on Jane Bites Back
“FIVE STARS! This is one of the most thoroughly entertaining stories I have read in the past few years!”
—Huntress Reviews on Jane Bites Back
“A witty and entertaining read with just the right amount of bite … This book will appeal to Austen fans and vampire fans alike.”
—Night Owl Romance on Jane Bites Back
“Light, campy and a bit Buffyish … Read with tongue-in-cheek and a full glass of suspended disbelief; you will chortle and guffaw until the last bite. This Janeite was truly ‘glamored.’ 5 out of 5 Regency Stars.”
—Austenprose on Jane Bites Back
“In the past year, I have read quite a few Jane Austen spin-offs, but none quite as original as Jane Bites Back by Michael Thomas Ford. What a fantastic premise for a book … I am so excited to say that I really, really enjoyed this book.”
—Booking Mama on Jane Bites Back
“One of the most likable vampires ever created; there are also unexpected plot twists to keep readers engaged to the end. Verdict: References to classic and contemporary books will appeal to bibliophiles, pop culture asides will catch trend watchers, and classic physical comedy scenes could make anyone chuckle.”
—Library Journal on Jane Goes Batty
“Filled with sly humor and fast-paced quips, this [is a] delightful romp.… Ford’s Jane is as lovely and as ladylike as ever, her vital spirit a perfect reflection of literary heroine chic.”
—Curled Up with a Good Book on Jane Goes Batty
“Ford delivers an original take with a sharp and well-formed wit. I found myself laughing and groaning in no time at all.”
—January Magazine on Jane Goes Batty
“A hilarious romp … This book is definitely worth picking up and reading and I can’t wait to read the third installment in this building series.”
—The Obsessive Book Worm on Jane Goes Batty
“A funny, smart, well-crafted book that will keep you glued to the pages … This book has a little bit for everyone. If you like the classics, you’ll enjoy the references. If you like physical comedy, you won’t be disappointed. And, if you’re enjoying the rapid rise of the vampire genre, Jane Goes Batty is your cherry on the top. Pick up your copy today.”
—Romance Reviews Today on Jane Goes Batty
“[Jane Goes Batty is] the kind of book you can start reading late at night and fight off sleep just so you can keep reading.… I highly recommend this book and its prequel. It will have you dying to meet your favourite authors.”
—Bibliomantics on Jane Goes Batty