Interview With The Vampire Analysis

For me, the main theme that goes off in my head is Lestat's enduring devotion to Louis. Which in some cases might be a good thing, in his case it's a mentally/physically draining and abusive relationship. This is not to say that I think that Lestat is some saintly character because of his love and need to have Louis in his life forever, but just that he is blinded and burned by that love. Lestat seeks Louis's approval and companionship even after Louis helps in his attempted murder. The same way that a negligent parent or lover is always sought after by someone who needs to feel "completed" by them. I am actually more curious as to what would happen if Louis fully gave in to Lestat's desires for eternal companionship. Would they live happily ever after in the night? Or would it be a bloody end based on Lestat's impulsive actions? To me, it would be the latter, considering that I think Lestat assumes he wants someone to help anchor him, but eventually growing tired of Louis's incessant criticisms and possibly trying to change Lestat's chaotic and whimsical nature. Although it is admirable that Louis does his best to resist the nature of being a vampire, it seems clear it has lead him to a miserable existence at the end of the tale.