Description
Alisa has traversed the shadowy corridors of time, a being untouched by mortality, yet layered with the burdens of a tormented past. Her beauty captivates, drawing in both admirers and foes, for she is not just a figure of allure but a lethal force to reckon with. As a vampire, she navigates a world fraught with peril, constantly seeking to quell her insatiable hunger while battling the emotional scars that come with centuries of existence.
Throughout her journey, Alisa finds herself grappling with profound loneliness, drawing her closer to humanity yet pushing her further away from it. The internal conflict between her vampire instincts and her longing for connection reveals a complex character haunted by choices made long ago. The contours of her past are marked by betrayal and loss, as every encounter shapes her understanding of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.
As Alisa encounters new challenges, including the emergence of Black Blood—a force that threatens to disrupt the balance of the world she knows—she is compelled to confront not only external enemies but also the darkness within herself. This new threat forces her to decide what lengths she will go to protect those she cares about, and whether she can truly embrace both her vampire nature and her very human desires.
In a tale woven with suspense, action, and deep emotional currents, Alisa's journey unfolds, revealing the essence of what it means to be both predator and protector, grappling with the existential truths about identity, eternity, and what makes one truly alive in a world rife with shadows.
Throughout her journey, Alisa finds herself grappling with profound loneliness, drawing her closer to humanity yet pushing her further away from it. The internal conflict between her vampire instincts and her longing for connection reveals a complex character haunted by choices made long ago. The contours of her past are marked by betrayal and loss, as every encounter shapes her understanding of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.
As Alisa encounters new challenges, including the emergence of Black Blood—a force that threatens to disrupt the balance of the world she knows—she is compelled to confront not only external enemies but also the darkness within herself. This new threat forces her to decide what lengths she will go to protect those she cares about, and whether she can truly embrace both her vampire nature and her very human desires.
In a tale woven with suspense, action, and deep emotional currents, Alisa's journey unfolds, revealing the essence of what it means to be both predator and protector, grappling with the existential truths about identity, eternity, and what makes one truly alive in a world rife with shadows.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
394 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2010
Publisher
Hodder Children's Books
ISBN-10
1444900501
ISBN-13
9781444900507