It’s interesting to me so many “hardcore” fans were upset at the changes from the source material but having been watching the show.. they actually kept a LOT of the same elements while removing the more problematic things and it’s been refreshing to see that.

My main note about the episode is not even about the episode lol but about some fans reactions to it. I've seen some analysis going around about Armand and Louis' interaction and like basically implying that Louis is manipulative because he "witholds affection" until he gets what he wants which I think is an absolutely INSANE take to get out of that going to scene. Its not even that its wrong, right, we've seen Louis doing that with Lestat before but like come on lol Armand is the one who's trying his hardest not to have Louis know the truth there

Yaaaay! Naughty Librarian recaps are back. ♥️ Somebody elsewhere said this episode felt more like a continuation of the finale, and I agree. It didn’t feel like the bombastic premiere of season one, but it definitely set up a lot for the slow burn of this season’s arc. Delainey was fantastic, and I look forward to seeing her work with Jacob and every other character. I’m soooooooooo ready to see the Théâtre come to life! 😆

This episode is the calm before the storm. Before everything goes down and fucks us up. 😀

I loved the episode, it's exactly what it is, the continuation of a first part, so doesn't feel like a premiere, which makes sense but the series doesn't benefit from such a significant hiatus, but I'm very excited for the full thing. and the new actress who plays Claudia is excellent, her first scene feels like her rebirth, which makes perfect sense! the recast ends up being very poetic!

It’s exactly what I wanted to see! I am on season two episode seven and I’m longing for season three! They are saying they didn’t get that great of reviews and there may not be a season three I hope they are dead wrong! I came home Sunday nights to watch it. And I paid for AMC plus because that’s the channel I thought it was going to stream on. If you like it, write a review. Ask for season 3.

I'm sooo thrilled season 2 is finally here! I'm excited to get your insights and reaction to each eposide. Thank you for putting forth the time and effort to making these videos. It is so enjoyable to hear what others think and generally interact with fellow fanatics as the season unfolds.

Love your recaps. The vamps don’t regenerate eyes, remember the viking (?) vamp that gave his eyes to the twin so she can see. I am so excited to see more of the real Armand.

my question is ...will we ever hear about Claudias days when she was at college and met a young American Vampire ,who Lestat obviously knew/learned of ...will any of that be in Claudias missing diary pages????.....I loved all the sound level in this series so far .....the whispers ,so much better than Tom Cruise scream-shouting most of his lines

Great take on what actually happens u read the books so u know that this episode was mostly ground work to tie everything together, I'm so glad we are approaching Claudia's demise and the covens grand attack, u are so funny also loved ur video , so glad u read the book.. again awesome video, ..

Ya know this is a question unto itself. Vampires live forever. So how does a vampire process memory? I’m guessing if you are over 100 years old, and you have to constantly reinvent yourself, wouldn’t you forget things? But doesn’t Claudia NEED Louis as she looks like a child, and she’s not strong enough to make another vampire. Now this unto itself could be reason enough to hate him. But it’s still not practical. As for the beautiful Armand he’s a master manipulator. I believe he does love Louis. But he’ll do ANYTHING keep Louis. EPISODE 2 will introduce us to Paris, but not tell all.

Is the blood not able to sustain vampires because the people it’s take from are malnourished literally and spiritually? Does this or the practice of feeding on the dead yield zombie vampires?

I liked that they showed Louis crying blood tears because in the books that's how they cry..I couldn't remember if I saw it in season 1

Love your recaps. I like that you compare the book facts with the show without being all snooty and condescending about it. ❤

So glad I found this! Paid for amc+ just to watch this series and S2 Ep1 IS NOT ON THERE!!! 🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️ At least now I can watch Ep2 and move on. Just really sucks not being able to watch the episode but this helped tremendously! New sub:)

So happy to have your recaps again! As to Amelia, I always marvel at characters/actors who manage to get you caring about them in just 5-10 minutes of screen time.

Just found you! Loved ur recap!❤ can’t wait to see the rest!!

Hello. A little error in the episode or maybe they were not specific enough. The village where Louis and Claudia find the vampires in not in Ukraine, it is in Romania, as they discussed in Season 1. Also the language they are speaking is romanian.

This episode was fucking awesome I'm already incredibly excited for episode 2 like I kind of wish we got the first two episodes in one day like they did for Season 1 😭 , also Autumn do you prefer the Season Premiere of Season 1 or the Season Premiere of this season ?

Actually, in the books, Amelia was already dead and she was Morgan’s wife who had been bit by a vampire and the villagers wanted to cut off her head and burn her body.

GOSH I WAS WAITING FOR THISSSSS❤❤❤❤

I loved your recap, looking forward to more xx

How did Louis become so powerful that he could even threaten Armand with death if he killed the journalist? Armand was much older and should have been more formidable. Louis even encouraged the other vampires to come and find him, as he was not afraid of them.

I liked the episode even if it wasn't as packed with a lot stuff like the episodes of season 1. Each episode of that season felt like a whole movie. My only real trepidation about this season that the only version of Lestat 🧑🏻‍🦰 we'll see is the version of him in Louis' head & not the actual Lestat IRL. And we also better brace ourselves for the inevitable --- Claudia's demise. The thing is in the book IWTV, Louis was mad at Armand for not stopping his minion vampires from off'ing 😵 Claudia and Armand says it was out of his control & his cult follower vamps committed the murder on their own & it takes Louis time to believe him. I NEVER believed him. But, I have a feeling in this iteration of events, i.e., the show, they're gonna place more of the culpability on Armand. I'm pretty sure that's why he wants to keep Louis in his amnesiatic state. In fact, I'm sure Claudia's death is what gonna cause Louis to crack 😵‍💫 & Armand is gonna be the 1 to use his vampiric mental persuasion tactics ---- which FAR surpass Louis since Armand is HUNDREDS of years older than Louis, to wipe Louis' mind clear of his (Armand's) hand in Claudia's death cuz Armand knows that would END his & Louis' relationship 4 EVA!

Your storytelling is adorable, I am thoroughly enjoying you.

Wow!!! You are amazing!❤️

Thank you! Dope review.

Yaaass! Can’t wait!

OMG is your glass a batman forever glass from mcdonald’s?!?! totally random but it caught my eye in the opening second

Will there be more reviews of Anne Rice books?

Knowing the book Armamd, I think in the tv show, he is and has been manipulating Louis with his creepy and calming inner voice to recreate his memories.

Why did Daciana throw herself in the fire??

I adore you

I have to ask, is that a McDonald's Batman glass from the late 80s early 90s? I still have 3!!!

i don't understand why the old vampire jumped into the fire after agreeing to go with them

I discovered your channel just as Season 2 ep1 dropped. Now I'm debating on reading Lestat for the third time and have also started The Wolf Gift. Looking forward to this and more episodes!

This episode seemed more like a continuation of the finale and unnecessary. Especially, since nothing of real importance took place. They seemed to want to make a point of how Louis and Claudia went to other places before heading to Paris. Except they missed a few opportunities to make it more interesting. For example, there is a scene where they come across soldiers who won't allow them to enter the country. Then, the next scene shows these soldiers killed by them. Instead of actually showing them doing it. This episode also featured an overly emotional Louis that doesn't line up with the nature of a vampire in Anne Rice's world. Jacob Anderson's doesn't have to be as stiff as Brad Pitt's Louis was in the movie version or exactly, how it's described in the book. But this was overkill for sure.

Funny I thought the "old woman vampire" wasn't actually that old, and was just in a deteriorating state because of the starvation/ bad blood 😅

What happened to the old Claudia??..😳

Where is the original Claudia? 😮

Looking like Jeepers Creepers House of the Dragon had #DivorceRock Interview With The Vampire has #DeathRock 16:06

why did she throw herself into the fire tho?

I'm really trying to get into the new Claudia but it's hard. I can hear pieces of an English accent, which is the actresses real accent. She's not giving me Claudia vibes 🤷🏽‍♀️ Also, Louis not remembering things is becoming a serious turn off me. This is turning into 'Therapy with the Vampire'

I'll be honest and please take no offense but I don't listen to any female KZfaqrs talk about anything except if I have a pimple or split ends. But you are incredible. I don't watch TV but saw a clip of IwAV on Instagram, decided to look at some more clips on KZfaq. I have to go back and see what you said or how you said it that I actually stayed to listen to your entire review. But very cool, hope to see you again sometime.

so u give a renew it is not the episode WTH

new Claudia isn't a good fit

You gave a lot of incorrect information on how Anne Rice’s vampires work.

I feel Lestat a lot in this show. But all the rest puts me off. :/

I'm watching these videos so I don't have to watch season 2.