Ambrose Bierce once defined adolescence as a stage between infancy and adultery. Simply put, being a teenager can really bite – especially if you’re a vampire. Some things never change; even for the undead. Being a teen means a constant diversion of clicks, bullying from those trying to prove a crooked point, and the immense pressure to fit into whatever groove you define yourself as. Lucienne Diver touches on the angst of being misunderstood in her latest novel ReVamped, while adding her wicked sense of humor, a cache of clever vampires and enough chemistry to transform an enjoyable supernatural novel into an exciting, inviting and often thought-provoking read.
The heroine of the Vamped series, Gina Covello, is equal parts Cher (à laClueless)and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. A slave to fashion, blood and her hormones, Gina is witty, sassy and unafraid to kick a little butt. In ReVamped Gina and her minions are forced to go undercover for the Feds. In order to keep on the side of their not staking her, she infiltrates Maureen Benson High as a regular student. Well maybe not exactly “regular.” Normally a fashionista, this assignment proves especially painful as Gina is issued a new wardrobe. A wardrobe full of fishnets, combat boots and the palest make-up ever created. Babelicious Vampire morphs into Sullen Goth Girl.
While searching out the nefarious evil that is cloaking the school, and altering the attending students’ personalities, Gina begins to see her assigned Goth gang as more than appallingly bad make-up and tacky shredded clothing. Her forced companions become real friends. While she grows closer to her new accomplices, one of the oldest, most cunning Vampires draws near.
Perfect for teens and adults, this is a book to share, savor and revisit. ReVamped is full of smart, spot-on dialogue, engaging, authentic characters and a plot that’s so much fun it’s impossible not get swept up.
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