As I mentioned previously, I am participating in the Vampire Book Club's Vampire Academy ReRead Challenge. It took me awhile, but I finally got my hands on Richelle Mead's first book, Vampire Academy
. I'm happy to report it was equally as difficult to put down the 2nd time around. Before starting, I went back and read my previous review of the Vampire Academy.
I initially stated the book was phenomenal and frankly, not much has changed. Reading this novel the first time around, I remember being so enthralled, I sucked the pages down. This story set my mind racing with anticipation. Some new things I got from the Vampire Academy reread was an appreciation for two things. First, the originality or brilliance, rather of Mead's tale and second, the entire Victor storyline and Vladimir history. Victor's purpose resonated more clearly this time around - kind of like a take on "for the greater good." In his minor rants, he spoke volumes of what's to come - which again speaks to Mead's brilliance. Other things of note were Rose’s maturity - her need to act less irresponsible and more like Lissa’s true guardian.
I loved, loved, loved this book. I didn’t state it the first time, but it’s an automatic 5; a keeper among literary vamp classics.
Until next time…join the Vampire Book Club Vampire Academy ReRead Challenge. You have until the end of this month…so hurry. Last Sacrifice 
releases in less than one month...can't wait.
Mina B.
There are two killer contests brewing out in the blogosphere. One is all about The Vampire Academy and the other from one of my Blog followers, Missy’s Reads & Reviews. See below to read about all the amazing prizes.
Contest #1 – Vampire Book Club's Vampire Academy Re-Read Challenge
So if you know anything about me, you know how much I love The Vampire Academy series. December is a heartbeat away and fans are gearing up for the final book, Last Sacrifice. Anyway, the Vampire Book Club is celebrating Mead’s book release with a special contest, Vampire Academy Re-Read Challenge. Ooooh. Love. Love. Love this challenge. There are rules, of course, but the prizes are delish. The catch is you must re-read and review each of the books. That’s not so hard, is it? See their site for more details. And now for the yummy prizes. From VBC site: All participants who review at least one of the five books will be entered to win a copy of Last Sacrifice. Those who complete the challenge will be entered to win the big prize pack featuring new series to will help fill the void left as we say goodbye to Vampire Academy. The prize pack will include: Last Sacrifice by Richelle Mead, A Vampire Academy-inspired piece of jewelry from Cemetery Cat Designs. Plus much, much more! You must check out this website to read all the juicy details.
Contest #2 – Missy’s Read & Reviews 27th Bday Bash
After informing Missy over at Missy's Read & Reviews she won my recent Kisses from Hell contest, she invited me to participate in her 27th B-day Contest Celebration. And boy can she party. For her big day she’s picking multiple winners. To enter, all you have to do is fill out a form, list ten TBR books you’re dying to read and also mention this contest. It’s that simple. Doesn’t that sound like fun? It does to me and now as I finish this post, I heading on over there to enter too.
Until next time…have some fun…reading.
Mina B.
I initially stated the book was phenomenal and frankly, not much has changed. Reading this novel the first time around, I remember being so enthralled, I sucked the pages down. This story set my mind racing with anticipation. Some new things I got from the Vampire Academy reread was an appreciation for two things. First, the originality or brilliance, rather of Mead's tale and second, the entire Victor storyline and Vladimir history. Victor's purpose resonated more clearly this time around - kind of like a take on "for the greater good." In his minor rants, he spoke volumes of what's to come - which again speaks to Mead's brilliance. Other things of note were Rose’s maturity - her need to act less irresponsible and more like Lissa’s true guardian.
