Tenth Grade Bleeds

"Tenth Grade Bleeds" plunges readers into the tumultuous life of Vlad, a half-vampire high school student desperately trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy. As he battles an ancient evil vampire, D'Ablo, who seeks to strip him of his powers, Vlad also grapples with his own insatiable thirst for blood and a significant conflict with his best friend, Henry. This chapter book, suitable for high school readers (ages 14-18), explores themes of identity, self-control, and the struggle between good and evil, all set against the backdrop of a typical, yet supernatural, high school experience. Parents should be aware of the dark fantasy elements, including vampire violence and internal struggles with dark urges.