I read this book several years back as a teen. I was obsessed with all dark books featuring anything supernatural, especially vampires (hello, Twilight). 
 However, this is by far one of my least favorite Vampire Series of all time. 
 And to be fair, I did read this book (and up to book five) at least twice as a teen. I recently sat down, now as an adult, in attempt to reread them and give them one more shot in hopes I would find some redeeming qualities in it- but could not make it past page 90. 
 Harsh, I know. But here is why: 
 I can't tell if the author did this on purpose, but this book- and the entire series (at least to the point I read)- is so full of stereotypes that it's ridiculous and tiring. 
 -Pretty girl feels unwanted, so she becomes obsessed with the occult and all things dark. 
 -Has exactly one friend 
 -The hottest, most popular and filthy rich guy at school, who has a different girl for every day of the week, is vying for the main characters attention 
 -Main character lets said boy kiss her even though she doesn't like him. (although, she does something after that makes up for it, but still.) 
 -Main character is different than everyone in Dullsvile. (and yes, that is the town's name.) 
 -Main character obsessed with vampires. 
 -Mysterious family moves into neighborhood Gothic mansion. None come out during the day. 
 -Enter teenage boy, pale with long black hair, almost always wearing black. 
 -Everyone except main character and the two "love interest" boys are barely described and are flat, background noise characters. 
 I could go on for days. 
 The story is rated for 12 and up. I am not sure why it is rated this way, as I feel that there are more mature aspects to the story that would be better for a slightly older audience. However, I feel like the writing style and plot (or lack thereof) is geared towards a younger audience. 
 Overall, there is honestly nothing about this book or series that is redeemable that makes it worth a read, no matter your age.