This book is perfect for fans of young adult fantasy novels, particularly those interested in stories about vampires and coming-of-age. The unique aspect of this novel is the protagonist's ability to manipulate the elements, which adds an intriguing layer to the story. However, the book does contain mature themes and is not suitable for young readers. Overall, readers would likely describe this book as a thrilling and engaging start to a series with complex characters and an interesting take on vampire mythology.

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• Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award (RT Award) for Young Adult (2007)

The House of Night series is set in a world very much like our own, except in 16-year-old Zoey Redbird's world, vampyres have always existed.  In this first book in the series, Zoey enters the House of Night, a school where, after having undergone the Change, she will train to become an adult vampire--that is, if she makes it through the Change.  Not all of those who are chosen do.  It's tough to begin a new life, away from her parents and friends, and on top of that, Zoey finds she is no average fledgling.  She has been Marked as special by the vampyre Goddess, Nyx.  But she is not the only fledgling at the House of Night with special powers.  When she discovers that the leader of the Dark Daughters, the school's most elite club, is misusing her Goddess-given gifts, Zoey must look deep within herself for the courage to embrace her destiny--with a little help from her new vampyre friends.

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