I enjoyed this book a lot. The one thing that kept me from giving it a full five stars was the somewhat weird descriptions. I felt like the author was trying too hard, talking about things "snickering" down a spine or gloom "greasing" a gilt fireplace. I didn't care for the creative descriptions, but other than that, this book was fantastic. I liked the idea of the bloodlines from Dracula descending and continuing hunting monsters. Micheline was a bad ass heroine, living up to her Helsing name. And I really just liked the unique name of Micheline. Ryder was adorable, I love him. And Jude... can we get a book about Jude and Bianca please? And can't forget Oliver, loved him too. Definitely a good read.