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This book has a great episode guide complete with interesting facts and pretty thorough summaries for all Buffy episodes seasons 1-6 and Angel seasons 1-3, but it has an annoying little "nitpicks" section at the end of each summary that never stops bugging me. The writer is obviously very accurate as far as Buffy knowlege, but she lacks unconditional love for the show only true fans have. She is very opinionated, which isn't a bad thing, but she is so harsh sometimes that it makes you wonder if she really likes the show all that much. Despite all this, it does have some excellent biographies, quizzes and summaries that are definitely worthwhile. All in all, this is an interesting book that points out many subtle details that I thought only I noticed, but remember that it is told from one perspective, so I wouldn't swear by it. This is an interesting book, and reading it is definitely worth your time, just to see what someone else has to say about the show.

To all the Buffy fans out there, I highly recommend this book!! It is of my opinion that this is the best "Buffy Bible" out there. The cast bios are informative, the photos stunningly gorgeous and the sections regarding the fan base of the series was a delight to read. It is wonderful to see all the charity work this show has generated over the years. Think you know everything about Buffy? Try the Trivia section! But my favorite section of the book is the episode guide. Nikki has captured the essence of each episode, written with wit and intelligence. The addition of the Highlights, Interesting Facts, Nitpicks, Oops, Willow Wicca Watch (tracks Willow's development as a witch) and Restless Moment (referring to the episode, "Restless") portions of the Guide were utterly astounding to me because she saw so much more in each episode that I had missed. Nikki clarified and helped me to understaned things in certain episodes that had me confused . What is absolutely enjoyable to do is read each episode description and then watch the episode itself. It is like seeing the show all over again for the first time! I am extremely glad I got this book and intend on giving copies to friends come Christmas time. Thank You Nikki Stafford!!

This is the absolute best Buffy guide out there. The book includes DETAILED episode synopsises through the sixth seaons of Buffy and the third season of Angel. Unlike the Watcher's Guide's, these synopsis's are very thorough, as are each actors profile. The book also chronicles the show from its movie beginnings, through each season, to the show's move to UPN. Each episode guide includes the writer's personal favorite moment of the episode, interesting facts, Did you notice moments, Nitpicks, and bloopers from each episode that are fun to scope out.

The book also has an incredibly challenging trivia section, which prompts one to go back and watch the episodes over and over again. Also included are each actors personal websites, as well as good fansites, are included. Having bought many companion guides to this show, I personally say this is the best, for any looking to wise up on Buffy, or maybe simply to extend their Buffy collection.