Does Vertigo have another hit on its hands? It certainly appears so. American Vampire is as unique as its title suggests. This is a new breed of vampire tale that is not to be missed. Read Full Review

It's safe to say we're in the midst of a vampire craze, and American Vampire is obviously a cash-in on that--bolstered even more by the Stephen King byline. Thankfully, this comic book seems to be vampires done right--and while I'm not necessarily a King fan, it's easy to see why he's so highly praised for his horror writing. I'm already looking forward to the next issue. Read Full Review

"American Vampire" #1 seems as ambitious as its title. It's not just another vampire story. It's a story about America. Bloody, vicious, and a whole lot of fun. Read Full Review

American Vampire is really going to need to surprise and astound in order to hold up its end of the bargain in promising us more. Otherwise, it'll just be another good vampire story rather than a genre-changing one. Read Full Review

In the second story, Pearl Jones is a struggling young actress in Los Angeles in the 1920s. However, when her big break brings her face-to-face with an ancient evil, her Hollywood dream quickly turns into a brutal, shocking nightmare. Read Full Review

I dont yet now if American Vampire will succeed with two 16-page stories that take place in different eras. It will be like trying to figure out a picture given only a few puzzle pieces. However, Im interested enough to continue reading, though I expect to stop caring about this title after a while. Read Full Review