Vampire Academy Collection by Richelle Mead

All of these issues are shown in such a humanized way because we see how it impacts the character’s daily lives and decisions. Parts of this series definitely is the trashy romantic vampire romance novel that you think it is, but it’s also incredibly complex and explores so many serious topics from addiction and mental health to political situations that mimic real life. Lissa also undergoes a transformative journey as she overcomes her traumatic past, gains confidence in herself and her powers, and learns how to use her position of privilege to advocate for others. Lissa is Rose’s complement in every way: a regal princess, a light in the darkness, and a compassionate heart. “If your eyes weren’t open, you wouldn’t know the difference between dreaming and waking.” She has such a passion to protect Lissa and her friends, and she becomes such a talented warrior and a true force to be reckoned with. ❤️ She starts off the series as a little *too* headstrong, but over time, we see her mature and grow into her responsible guardian role. Now, her characters…I LOVE THEM ALL(!!) Rose Hathaway is my fierce female role model. However, during the publication timeline when it takes a year for each book to be released, I can completely understand why the recaps remain included. My only dislike of her writing is that she recaps the plot from the previous books in the next one so when you’re marathoning through the entire series, it feels a little repetitive. Ĭontent/Trigger Warnings: Student-Teacher Relationship, On-page Death, Murder, Dead Parents, Sex, Betrayal, Depression, Alcoholism, Bullying, Murdered Animals, Cutting, Addiction

Rose and Lissa must navigate their dangerous world, confront the temptations of forbidden love, and never once let their guard down, lest the evil undead make Lissa one of them forever. But inside the iron gates, life is even more fraught with danger. Vladimir’s Academy, a school for vampire royalty and their guardians-to-be, hidden in the deep forests of Montana. Rose is dedicated to a dangerous life of protecting Lissa from the Strigoi, who are hell-bent on making Lissa one of them.Īfter two years of freedom, Rose and Lissa are caught and dragged back to St. The powerful blend of human and vampire blood that flows through Rose Hathaway, Lissa’s best friend, makes her a dhampir. She must be protected at all times from Strigoi the fiercest vampires – the ones who never die. Lissa Dragomir is a Moroi princess: a mortal vampire with a rare gift for harnessing the earth’s magic.

Only a true best friend can protect you from your immortal enemies.

Vampire Academy Collection by Richelle Mead