I recommend Vampire Academy. 
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 A ghostly smile flickered across his face. "If you weren't so psychotic, you'd be fun to hang around." 
 "Funny, I feel that way about you too." He didn't say anything else, but the smile grew, and he walked away. 
 UN-ORDINARY. 
 I've been a skeptic now about vamp books - mainly because they are just too many but (almost always) with the same old story. Vampire Academy (VA) brought out my love for Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance again. The storyline Mead came up with is unique for my taste and is truly, truly delectable. 
 Rose is very protective of her best friend, Lissa. But that is not what set her apart. Rose is snarky, vindictive, and bold - all traits I thought is very suitable for a heroine within a vampiric book. Her dry wit and sarcastic sense of humor made me stifle a laugh a bunch of times. Her intention to put Lissa first, even before herself, is really what made a mark on her character. Selflessness is scarce nowadays, wouldn't you agree? 
 Rose and Dmitri's romance felt right. No love at first sight. No swooning and pining for Dmitri after their initial meeting. Rose' feelings gradually rise and strengthen as they spend time during training. Dmitri's on/off indifference to Rose is believable (they have a 7-year-gap). It saddened me how things turned out for them in the end. But hey, it's only book 1, so I guess there's a lot in store for them, right? I will watch their relationship, you bet on that. 
 I found Lissa weak - she depends on Rose too much. But when the roles are reversed, it is stunning how Lissa turned into the most dangerous Moroi. I super like Christian (such an emo boy) and Mason (poor guy). Natalie - this one is predictable/unpredictable at the same time (this is one wicked character!). 
 Vampire Academy is not your typical vampire read. I thought the school drama went on for too long, but other than that, VA is one of the vampire series I will read up until the last book. Witty, charming, and electrifying, Vampire Academy will leave you hanging to your seat every time Richelle Mead throws a sneaky curveball at you.