Hunter Wild just wants to get through her last year at the secret Helios-Ra Academy. To do so, she'll have to betray her grandfather, date a vampire and possibly take down the entire League - all before the end of term.
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`My dad had to forcibly remove this book from my hand, so I could have my tea. I loved it'
--Teen Titles magazine
--Teen Titles magazine
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Alyxandra Harvey is the author of the Drake Chronicles. She studied Creative Writing and Literature at York University and has had her poetry published in magazines including the Antigonish Review, Room of One's Own, OnSpec and CV2. When not writing, she is a bellydancer and jewellery maker. Alyxandra Harvey lives in Ontario, Canada.
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Move over Buffy, there's a new vampire hunter in town!
Hunter Wild is a student at the Helios-Ra academy, where she's being trained in the art of hunting vampires. She is fast, strong, beautiful and intelligent but needs all her wits and cunning to figure out what's afflicting her fellow students when they all mysteriously start becoming ill. Her grandfather, who raised her after the death of her parents, has taught her that vampires are the enemy and must be stopped at all costs, but when she meets Quinn Drake, up close and in person, she starts developing a whole new set of feelings about vampires - of which her grandfather would most definitely not approve!
This was definitely my favourite installment in the series so far. I loved the character of Hunter who's definitely someone you'd want fighting on your side and I liked the fact that a lot of the plot took place in the school. The story alternates between Hunter's narrative and Quinn's and I liked seeing how they both coped with their new-found feelings for each other. Quinn has always had a reputation for having an eye for the ladies, but when he meets Hunter and their relationship starts to develop romantically, he has to adjust to being a one-woman vampire. I thought their romance was brilliantly written and the scenes between the two of them were very natural and realistic.
I also liked the fact that we got to see the vampires being afraid for the humans around them and struggling with their emotions and natural instinct for blood. They have to weigh up their own feelings, against what will keep the people they love safe - even if that means keeping them as far away from them as possible.
Many featured characters from throughout the series were also part of the book, including Logan and Isabeau, Nicholas and Lucy and Kieran and Solange. It was nice seeing some familiar faces again and revisiting old friends. I love Nicholas and Lucy so much - I want to see more of them.
I read somewhere that the next book's going to be based around Quinn's twin brother Connor, who I think would be perfect for Chloe as they're both computer geniuses. It's due to be published in 2011. This is such a fantastic series and I can't sing its praises enough. I don't know how many books Alyxandra Harvey has planned but I hope she goes on and on and on!
Hunter Wild is a student at the Helios-Ra academy, where she's being trained in the art of hunting vampires. She is fast, strong, beautiful and intelligent but needs all her wits and cunning to figure out what's afflicting her fellow students when they all mysteriously start becoming ill. Her grandfather, who raised her after the death of her parents, has taught her that vampires are the enemy and must be stopped at all costs, but when she meets Quinn Drake, up close and in person, she starts developing a whole new set of feelings about vampires - of which her grandfather would most definitely not approve!
This was definitely my favourite installment in the series so far. I loved the character of Hunter who's definitely someone you'd want fighting on your side and I liked the fact that a lot of the plot took place in the school. The story alternates between Hunter's narrative and Quinn's and I liked seeing how they both coped with their new-found feelings for each other. Quinn has always had a reputation for having an eye for the ladies, but when he meets Hunter and their relationship starts to develop romantically, he has to adjust to being a one-woman vampire. I thought their romance was brilliantly written and the scenes between the two of them were very natural and realistic.
I also liked the fact that we got to see the vampires being afraid for the humans around them and struggling with their emotions and natural instinct for blood. They have to weigh up their own feelings, against what will keep the people they love safe - even if that means keeping them as far away from them as possible.
Many featured characters from throughout the series were also part of the book, including Logan and Isabeau, Nicholas and Lucy and Kieran and Solange. It was nice seeing some familiar faces again and revisiting old friends. I love Nicholas and Lucy so much - I want to see more of them.
I read somewhere that the next book's going to be based around Quinn's twin brother Connor, who I think would be perfect for Chloe as they're both computer geniuses. It's due to be published in 2011. This is such a fantastic series and I can't sing its praises enough. I don't know how many books Alyxandra Harvey has planned but I hope she goes on and on and on!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Sally-Anne
Format:Paperback
Out for Blood is set a week after Blood feud where Helena is about to be crowned as queen, more Hel-Blar are attacking Violet hill and it is the start of a new year for the students at the Helios-Ra academy.
Out for Blood (like all of Alyxandra Harvey's books so far) has a good mix of Humour action and romance. This book is like a lot of YA paranormal romance books, where it is set in a boarding school and where a vampire and a vampire hunter have a star-crossed romance, but Harvey writes this book brilliantly so I don't mind if it is not as unique as her other Drake books.
I really understand and like hunter and how she always does what is right no matter how she is pressured not to and also how she acts when she is fighting want she should do and what she wants to do, which I think is very realistic. The romance in this book is good but I did not feel that Hunter and Quinn had as much of a spark as Lucy and Nick or Logan and Isabeau but I did like the start-crossed nature of their romance.
This book seems to have more supporting characters than the other books with Hunter's friends and teachers at the academy, and while I like the drakes it was nice to get to know different characters such as Chloe and Spencer.
I would recommend this book to those who like the rest of the drake chronicles.
Out for Blood (like all of Alyxandra Harvey's books so far) has a good mix of Humour action and romance. This book is like a lot of YA paranormal romance books, where it is set in a boarding school and where a vampire and a vampire hunter have a star-crossed romance, but Harvey writes this book brilliantly so I don't mind if it is not as unique as her other Drake books.
I really understand and like hunter and how she always does what is right no matter how she is pressured not to and also how she acts when she is fighting want she should do and what she wants to do, which I think is very realistic. The romance in this book is good but I did not feel that Hunter and Quinn had as much of a spark as Lucy and Nick or Logan and Isabeau but I did like the start-crossed nature of their romance.
This book seems to have more supporting characters than the other books with Hunter's friends and teachers at the academy, and while I like the drakes it was nice to get to know different characters such as Chloe and Spencer.
I would recommend this book to those who like the rest of the drake chronicles.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I really don't know where to start. I love the Drake Chronicles, each book so far centres around one particular member of the Drake family. The family tree shown at the beginning highlights the characters to be focused on while showing the connection to the other characters.
I really don't feel as if I can go into to much plot detail with this book as it will certainly spoil the enjoyment of reading it yourself. Let me just say that I have not been disappointed yet with any of these books and this is no exception.
It is a brilliant piece of craftsmanship how Alyxandra Harvey is able to write a story with central characters and yet still progress the other characters that we have already come to know in the previous books. Nicholas and Lucy/Kieran and Soalnge from My Love Lies Bleeding alongside Logan and Isabeau from Blood Feud. Having chatted to a few authors on twitter and knowing that the characters actually talk to them inside their heads; makes me wonder what on earth must be going on inside Alyxandra's head. All the characters are well developed, easy to relate to (you can even sympathize with the Drake's craving for blood) and their interactions are realistic.
This story revolves around Hunter, the last in a long line of prestigious Helios-Ra agents. Revolving around the inner workings of the Helios-Ra training school. Great insight into how the other side work, giving a rounded picture of both the Vampires and the Helios-Ra. Some incredible twist and turns, leaving the reader wondering just who are the 'enemy'. Courageous, loyal with some kicking martial arts skills, Hunter is a great role model. Here connection to Kieran adds to the storyline and parallels the Quinn/Solange relationship dynamics.
I absolutely adored how Quinn was portrayed; although not my 'type' you can appreciate his appeal. A true 'ladies' man playing the field with unabashed fervour. That is until he meets Hunter. They are inexplicably draw to each other, although they both try to ignore it initially. It brought to mind the ideal of soul-mates and how you cant fight your destiny.
I could continue to waffle about how great the Drake Chronicles are but I will spare you. I will leave you with this - Out For Blood is the latest great addition to a phenominal series.
I really don't feel as if I can go into to much plot detail with this book as it will certainly spoil the enjoyment of reading it yourself. Let me just say that I have not been disappointed yet with any of these books and this is no exception.
It is a brilliant piece of craftsmanship how Alyxandra Harvey is able to write a story with central characters and yet still progress the other characters that we have already come to know in the previous books. Nicholas and Lucy/Kieran and Soalnge from My Love Lies Bleeding alongside Logan and Isabeau from Blood Feud. Having chatted to a few authors on twitter and knowing that the characters actually talk to them inside their heads; makes me wonder what on earth must be going on inside Alyxandra's head. All the characters are well developed, easy to relate to (you can even sympathize with the Drake's craving for blood) and their interactions are realistic.
This story revolves around Hunter, the last in a long line of prestigious Helios-Ra agents. Revolving around the inner workings of the Helios-Ra training school. Great insight into how the other side work, giving a rounded picture of both the Vampires and the Helios-Ra. Some incredible twist and turns, leaving the reader wondering just who are the 'enemy'. Courageous, loyal with some kicking martial arts skills, Hunter is a great role model. Here connection to Kieran adds to the storyline and parallels the Quinn/Solange relationship dynamics.
I absolutely adored how Quinn was portrayed; although not my 'type' you can appreciate his appeal. A true 'ladies' man playing the field with unabashed fervour. That is until he meets Hunter. They are inexplicably draw to each other, although they both try to ignore it initially. It brought to mind the ideal of soul-mates and how you cant fight your destiny.
I could continue to waffle about how great the Drake Chronicles are but I will spare you. I will leave you with this - Out For Blood is the latest great addition to a phenominal series.
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If you've read my review of the previous two installments in this series, you'll know that I think they are full of unrealised potential. Read more
If you've read my review of the previous two installments in this series, you'll know that I think they are full of unrealised potential. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Liberty Gilmore
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Loved it. Quinn and Hunter`s story is a great read. Didn't won't to put this book down (shame work got in the way)
Published 3 months ago by Kirsty
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Great book
This was a great next book in the drake chronicles I really can't wait for the next book to be released
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Drake Chronicles book 3
Hunter comes from a long line of vampire hunters and is one of the star pupils at the Helios-Ra Academy. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Sarah Gibson
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This book has been read by my 13 year old daughter and myself...if you love vampire novels your'll love this series...has a touch of comedy as well as romance... Read more
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great series
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