The Vampire's Assistant
By Darren Shan, 2001
Series: Saga of Darren Shan

"Darren was just an ordinary schoolboy until his visit to the Cirque du Freak. Then Darren joins the powerful vampire Mr. Crepsley, as his assistant, and they return to the mysterious freak show. There, Darren makes friends with the snake-boy, Evra Von. As he struggles with his new life as a vampire's assistant, Darren tries desperately to resist the temptation that sickens him... the one thing that can keep him alive. But destiny is calling... The wolf-man is waiting..." (book cover)

Hardcover Info: ISBN 0316606103, Little Brown & Company (Available)
Paperback Info: ISBN 0316606847, Little Brown & Company (Available)