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Vampire High

Douglas Rees
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Vampire High

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2003

Book Brief

Douglas Rees

Vampire High

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

226

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL620L

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Super Short Summary

In Vampire High by Douglas Rees, teenage Cody Elliot reluctantly transfers to Vlad Dracul Magnet School in Massachusetts, where he discovers his classmates are supernatural beings, including vampires and selkies. As he navigates the challenges of fitting in and playing water polo, Cody learns to balance the tensions between humans and vampires, ultimately finding a place where he belongs.

Humorous

Playful

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,073 ratings

60%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Vampire High by Douglas Rees garners a mix of praise and critique. Readers appreciate its unique and humorous take on vampire lore, with engaging characters and a fast-paced plot. However, some find the narrative predictable and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it's deemed an entertaining, light read for young adults seeking a fresh twist on vampire stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Vampire High?

Readers who enjoy Vampire High by Douglas Rees are typically teens and young adults who are fans of contemporary fantasy with a humorous twist. If you liked Twilight by Stephenie Meyer for its supernatural elements but prefer a lighter, more comedic tone similar to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, this book is for you.

4.1

2,073 ratings

60%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

226

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-17 years

Lexile Level

HL620L

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