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Vampire Rites
Sink your fangs into the hilarious and heartwarming finale of the Coffin trilogy!
Vladimir Radu finds himself as the head of the brand new Fang Society for American Vampires, an organization with the seemingly impossible task of introducing vampires to modern society. And with leadership comes unexpected struggles. As Vlad has to contend with a world far more cutthroat than the vampires he is used to dealing with... politics! Bringing change isn't easy, and life as a figurehead forces new challenges onto the young vampire. Monotonous meetings, bickering employees, questioning how to ethically source blood, and a whole host of other troubles. While all Vlad wants to do is become closer to fellow vampire Twink, Andrei Ciobanu
But forces are gathering, and foes, both old and new, are once again trying to get in the way of Vlad getting a decent day's rest in his coffin. There are rumors of a coalition of vampire hunters gathering with the simple goal of putting a stake through the heart of every sucker! But the threats don't end with mere humans. A mysterious vampire is carrying out twisted rites, creating vampire-human hybrids. Who is this new foe? And what is their connection to the Radu family? For the Fang Society to succeed, Vlad will need more than his plucky attitude and sense of humor.
Vampire Rites is the final story of Vladimir Radu. A tale that has brought him out of his coffin, surrounded him with a loving group of friends and helped him escape the darkness of his heritage. The weight of expectations can be crushing, and for someone like Vlad, they might end up being deadly.
Vladimir Radu finds himself as the head of the brand new Fang Society for American Vampires, an organization with the seemingly impossible task of introducing vampires to modern society. And with leadership comes unexpected struggles. As Vlad has to contend with a world far more cutthroat than the vampires he is used to dealing with... politics! Bringing change isn't easy, and life as a figurehead forces new challenges onto the young vampire. Monotonous meetings, bickering employees, questioning how to ethically source blood, and a whole host of other troubles. While all Vlad wants to do is become closer to fellow vampire Twink, Andrei Ciobanu
But forces are gathering, and foes, both old and new, are once again trying to get in the way of Vlad getting a decent day's rest in his coffin. There are rumors of a coalition of vampire hunters gathering with the simple goal of putting a stake through the heart of every sucker! But the threats don't end with mere humans. A mysterious vampire is carrying out twisted rites, creating vampire-human hybrids. Who is this new foe? And what is their connection to the Radu family? For the Fang Society to succeed, Vlad will need more than his plucky attitude and sense of humor.
Vampire Rites is the final story of Vladimir Radu. A tale that has brought him out of his coffin, surrounded him with a loving group of friends and helped him escape the darkness of his heritage. The weight of expectations can be crushing, and for someone like Vlad, they might end up being deadly.
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Published May 1, 2025
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April 25, 2025
Vampire Rites by D.A. Holmes, is the third installment in the Coming Out of the Coffin series, and without a doubt, my favourite of the three. This novel takes everything that worked in the previous books and pushes it even further—it's darker, more political, and a lot more emotionally charged.
In this book, we follow Vlad Radu, the first vampire to publicly “come out of the coffin.” He leads a group called Fang, which fights for the normalization of vampires in human society. But, of course, not everyone agrees. Between radical conspiracists, religious fanatics, bloodthirsty family members, and two-faced politicians, Vlad faces massive pressure—from the outside world and from within his own group.
What I loved most about this instalment is how D.A. Holmes blends dark humour with razor-sharp social commentary, all while giving space for real character development. Some scenes will make you laugh, others are genuinely uncomfortable, and a few are absolutely gut-wrenching. Charlie, Eva, Basrab... all the side characters really shine, and the plot takes a massive turn near the end that completely redefines the world Holmes has built.
Vampire Rites is a story about identity, power, redemption, and the cost of trying to change the world. And it delivers that with style, heart, and a voice that feels truly unique in the genre. If you’re into urban fantasy, vampires with real-world problems, and stories that blend the supernatural with politics, this book deserves a spot on your shelf.
In this book, we follow Vlad Radu, the first vampire to publicly “come out of the coffin.” He leads a group called Fang, which fights for the normalization of vampires in human society. But, of course, not everyone agrees. Between radical conspiracists, religious fanatics, bloodthirsty family members, and two-faced politicians, Vlad faces massive pressure—from the outside world and from within his own group.
What I loved most about this instalment is how D.A. Holmes blends dark humour with razor-sharp social commentary, all while giving space for real character development. Some scenes will make you laugh, others are genuinely uncomfortable, and a few are absolutely gut-wrenching. Charlie, Eva, Basrab... all the side characters really shine, and the plot takes a massive turn near the end that completely redefines the world Holmes has built.
Vampire Rites is a story about identity, power, redemption, and the cost of trying to change the world. And it delivers that with style, heart, and a voice that feels truly unique in the genre. If you’re into urban fantasy, vampires with real-world problems, and stories that blend the supernatural with politics, this book deserves a spot on your shelf.
April 13, 2025
Wow. What a sendoff to end this trilogy. This is my favorite vampire trilogy and even though I hate to see it end, I know the author has more great stuff to come.
This can be read as a standalone novel but I really recommend picking up the first two books as well. Vlad Radu is a vampire. He's young, queer, socially awkward and often indecisive. But he refuses to eat from humans. He believes that there's a better way for his kind. His parents, especially his father, reject him because of this. And a group of vampire hunters aren't having any of it. This is going to put Vlad and his small circle of friends in grave danger.
This book and series stands out because it's sometimes bloody, sometimes heart warming, often hilarious, and has these awesome characters who you'll love or hate. Some are quirky and provide a humorous punch throughout. Others are vicious and terrifying, not just vampires but humans as well, and it always seems as if the odds are stacked against Vlad and his group. Throughout the series we've been introduced to certain characters who never make it to the end so you never know who's going to survive. This one is no exception, leaving you in suspense as the story unfolds.
There's never a dull moment here. The author has crafted multiple arcs and expresses them in such a way that they weave and flow together effortlessly. From the bloodshed to the surprises to the laugh out loud moments, you'll never find your mind wandering.
You absolutely want to read this and, again, do yourself a favor and get the first two books in the series. You can thank me later! I highly recommend this book.
I received an ARC from the author. This review is voluntary and is my own personal opinion.
This can be read as a standalone novel but I really recommend picking up the first two books as well. Vlad Radu is a vampire. He's young, queer, socially awkward and often indecisive. But he refuses to eat from humans. He believes that there's a better way for his kind. His parents, especially his father, reject him because of this. And a group of vampire hunters aren't having any of it. This is going to put Vlad and his small circle of friends in grave danger.
This book and series stands out because it's sometimes bloody, sometimes heart warming, often hilarious, and has these awesome characters who you'll love or hate. Some are quirky and provide a humorous punch throughout. Others are vicious and terrifying, not just vampires but humans as well, and it always seems as if the odds are stacked against Vlad and his group. Throughout the series we've been introduced to certain characters who never make it to the end so you never know who's going to survive. This one is no exception, leaving you in suspense as the story unfolds.
There's never a dull moment here. The author has crafted multiple arcs and expresses them in such a way that they weave and flow together effortlessly. From the bloodshed to the surprises to the laugh out loud moments, you'll never find your mind wandering.
You absolutely want to read this and, again, do yourself a favor and get the first two books in the series. You can thank me later! I highly recommend this book.
I received an ARC from the author. This review is voluntary and is my own personal opinion.
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May 3, 2025
‘𝘐 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐’𝘥 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘸𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦. 𝘐 𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧.’
I’ve posted before about how much I loved this trilogy, and the third book knocks it out of the park! Perfect for anyone searching for a fresh take on the vampire genre as we follow Vladimir Radu - and the consequences he faces for his decision to come out about his sexuality…and being a vampire.
With new conflicts, characters and dangers around every corner, there’s never a dull moment as Vlad attempts to simply live his life as the world’s only public vampire. With the final book in the trilogy extending the playing field with his attempt to introduce vampires to the modern world - aptly called the Fang Society for American Vampires - new enemies and allies are added to the mix. When both new and old vampiric danger is on the rise, Vlad must rely on his friends and allies to come to a solution that won’t send everything he’s worked for crashing down around him.
I was given the opportunity to ARC read the third book in this trilogy, and I can’t wait to complete my physical collection! I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a fun, campy - and at times a bit gory - vampire series that tackles both the real (and fang-tastic) trials of being in the public scrutiny - both for who you are, as well as who you love.
With such a strong ending to this trilogy, I can't wait to see where this author goes next! (And if the series is ever expanded past these three books, I'll absolutely be reading it!)
I’ve posted before about how much I loved this trilogy, and the third book knocks it out of the park! Perfect for anyone searching for a fresh take on the vampire genre as we follow Vladimir Radu - and the consequences he faces for his decision to come out about his sexuality…and being a vampire.
With new conflicts, characters and dangers around every corner, there’s never a dull moment as Vlad attempts to simply live his life as the world’s only public vampire. With the final book in the trilogy extending the playing field with his attempt to introduce vampires to the modern world - aptly called the Fang Society for American Vampires - new enemies and allies are added to the mix. When both new and old vampiric danger is on the rise, Vlad must rely on his friends and allies to come to a solution that won’t send everything he’s worked for crashing down around him.
I was given the opportunity to ARC read the third book in this trilogy, and I can’t wait to complete my physical collection! I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a fun, campy - and at times a bit gory - vampire series that tackles both the real (and fang-tastic) trials of being in the public scrutiny - both for who you are, as well as who you love.
With such a strong ending to this trilogy, I can't wait to see where this author goes next! (And if the series is ever expanded past these three books, I'll absolutely be reading it!)
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