Who is the true Armand? Why has he chosen to live his life as a vampire? Do you believe Armand is good or evil? Why do you think he and Marius separated from the time they were in Italy until the present time in New Orleans?

Who is the true Marius? Why does he choose to break free from Santino and the other vampires? Do you ever find out what or who Marius is referring to when he speaks of those that must be kept? Why does Marius transform Sybelle and Benji into vampires?

Discuss the relationship between Armand and Marius. Are they friends, foes, lovers or somewhere in between? Is there true competition in their relationship? How does Armand feel about Marius? How does Marius feel about Armand? How do Armand's feelings change after he discovers Marius has turned the children into vampires...