Mistress of the Vampire by Elena Darkmoon

Lenna Stone is a young college student who has a rocky relationship with her grandfather, has a loving best friend named Sarah, a cute boy named Adam who follows her around, yet seems to be missing something in her life. That is, until she meets Magnus, a mysterious man with emerald green eyes and a magnetic gaze that she cannot help bumping into. Due to a series of events, Lenna applies for a job as a maid, but little does she know, her new boss is Magnus!

Taken from Lenna's point of view and later alternating to 1888 with a flashback point of view from another character, Isaac, the reader is taken on a roller coaster of events. Lenna is at first a bit of a weak character, always depending on others. As the book continues, however, Lenna comes into her own and becomes a strong character you want to cheer for. Isaac's story is actually quite interesting as it's own vampire story apart from the main story line. You may be confused why there are flashbacks to the past, and I can say I was sad when they ended, but the end of the book ties everything up and sets up for a sequel.

In my own personal opinion, I would have liked to learn more about Magnus and Leena, their likes and dislikes, and more of a relationship-based story than just chemistry between the two. I would also like more information on the vampire lore in the series, as it seems that vampire books always have different rules from each other, and hope that book two will explain more. You can tell that the author is starting to find her voice, but certainly has a way to capture her audience and provide a great plot twist.

Reminiscent of other vampire and romance stories, such as Twilight and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Mistress of the Vampire makes it's own path and leaves you wanting more. This is the first book in the series. Recommended for adults (18+).

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