About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is struggling to find their place within a new blended family or is beginning to navigate the high stakes of first romantic attractions. It is a sophisticated supernatural thriller that uses the metaphor of a vampire to explore very real feelings of teenage isolation, resentment toward step-parents, and the danger of seeking validation from the wrong people. While the story delivers classic gothic chills at a Maine inn, its true value lies in how it validates a young person's need to be seen and understood during periods of major life transition. Parents should be aware that the book handles darker themes of emotional manipulation and physical peril, making it an excellent bridge for discussing healthy versus predatory relationships within a safe, fictional framework. It is most appropriate for readers aged 12 and up who enjoy atmospheric mysteries with psychological depth.
