The Vampire Diaries: Stefan's Diaries #4: The Ripper

By: L. J. Smith, Kevin Williamson & Julie Plec

Narrated by: Kevin T. Collins

The fourth book in the New York Times bestselling series by L.J. Smith.

The Ripper is the fourth book in L.J. Smith’s bestselling Stefan’s Diaries series, which reveals the backstory of brothers Stefan and Damon from The Vampire Diaries series. This paperback features cover artwork from the hit CW TV series The Vampire Diaries, starring Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder.

Twenty years have passed since Stefan Salvatore last saw his brother, Damon. Now living in a remote town in England, far away from the haunting memories of Mystic Falls, Stefan is finally able to start over. But when news from London reaches Stefan of a brutal killer on the loose—who goes by Jack the Ripper—Stefan suspects that the murders are the work of a vampire…his brother.

Full of dark shadows and surprising twists, the fourth book in the New York Times bestselling Stefan’s Diaries series raises the stakes for the Salvatore brothers as they face new loves, old treacheries, and unimaginable threats. Fans of L. J. Smith’s New York Times bestselling Vampire Diaries series as well as the hit television show won’t be able to put the latest Salvatore adventure down.

Good read

What made the experience of listening to The Ripper the most enjoyable?

I love the Vampire Diaries & was looking forward to reading Stefan's diaries.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Ripper?

Some of the story was kind of boring. I loved hearing the back story & getting more info about Stefan & Damon's life.

Which character – as performed by Kevin T Collins – was your favorite?

I don't remember all the characters in the book bc I've read so many books since this review but I LOVE Stefan.