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I Am Not a Vampire
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Expected 9 Jun 26Being a teenager bites—literally. When a classmate develops a thirst for blood, one girl must confront her secret supernatural past before things turn deadly. Fans counting down the days to the
Buffy the Vampire
reboot will sink their teeth into this dark and hilarious YA debut.
Her past is back for blood.
My goals for senior year were
Find a prom dress I don’t hate Spend as much time as possible with my amazing boyfriend Max (and my even more amazing best friend Sarita) Maybe try not to flunk history class My plans did NOT
Babysitting a newborn vampire—who also happens to be Max’s annoying (and annoyingly cute) buddy Ezra Fighting off my ex-boyfriend—who did I mention is immortal? And generally worrying about death and blood and mayhem Turning human was supposed to mean finally getting a second chance at a normal life. But ever since moving to Sunrise Harbor, Florida, nothing has been normal. What’s worse is I actually made friends here. And when my dark past threatens to take it all away, well, being mortal totally sucks.
Award-winning author Darcy Miller makes her YA debut in this wise-cracking and witty entry that brings new blood to your favorite vampire tropes.
Her past is back for blood.
My goals for senior year were
Find a prom dress I don’t hate Spend as much time as possible with my amazing boyfriend Max (and my even more amazing best friend Sarita) Maybe try not to flunk history class My plans did NOT
Babysitting a newborn vampire—who also happens to be Max’s annoying (and annoyingly cute) buddy Ezra Fighting off my ex-boyfriend—who did I mention is immortal? And generally worrying about death and blood and mayhem Turning human was supposed to mean finally getting a second chance at a normal life. But ever since moving to Sunrise Harbor, Florida, nothing has been normal. What’s worse is I actually made friends here. And when my dark past threatens to take it all away, well, being mortal totally sucks.
Award-winning author Darcy Miller makes her YA debut in this wise-cracking and witty entry that brings new blood to your favorite vampire tropes.
- GenresYoung AdultVampires
352 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication June 9, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you NetGalley, Penguin Random House, and Darcy Miller of the eArc copy of "I Am Not a Vampire (Anymore)" in exchange for an honest review.
4.75 Stars
Normally, when I'm told a book is something for fans of or similar to (*Insert popular thing here*) that book is the furthest thing from any of those. Darcy Miller delivered on exactly what this book said it was going to be and for who.
I love this book. I love this book and I can not wait for more to come. This book made me feel like I was a teen again, sitting in the school library, devouring yet another fun and enjoyable vampire novel. I could sense the influence of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, The Last Vampire (Thirst), Night World, The Vampire Diaries, The Vampire Chronicles, The Drake Chronicles, Jessica's Guide, and so many many more within this book. Honestly, I could go on for days. Miller was able to capture their essence and give little heads nods while maintaining complete originality.
"I Am Not a Vampire (Anymore)" is a book that follows ex-vampire Lily in her attempt to live a normal life. That is until her boyfriends bestie turns vampire. She not only has to teach him how to survive, but also deal with her dark past hunting her down. Lily, Ezra, Max, and Sarita get to band together in a witty mesh of dialogue to save each other.
When I say I loved this book, I really do mean it. I can not wait for publishing so that I can re-read it over and over again. I absolutely loved the characters, their interactions, and the dialogue. While I do love the fast paced nature of the book, I do wish it would have been longer. I wish I could have spent more time with each character and in the city of Sunrise Harbor. That's just me being selfish though because this book yanked me in and I wasn't ready to leave.
June 2026 can't come soon enough.
4.75 Stars
Normally, when I'm told a book is something for fans of or similar to (*Insert popular thing here*) that book is the furthest thing from any of those. Darcy Miller delivered on exactly what this book said it was going to be and for who.
I love this book. I love this book and I can not wait for more to come. This book made me feel like I was a teen again, sitting in the school library, devouring yet another fun and enjoyable vampire novel. I could sense the influence of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, The Last Vampire (Thirst), Night World, The Vampire Diaries, The Vampire Chronicles, The Drake Chronicles, Jessica's Guide, and so many many more within this book. Honestly, I could go on for days. Miller was able to capture their essence and give little heads nods while maintaining complete originality.
"I Am Not a Vampire (Anymore)" is a book that follows ex-vampire Lily in her attempt to live a normal life. That is until her boyfriends bestie turns vampire. She not only has to teach him how to survive, but also deal with her dark past hunting her down. Lily, Ezra, Max, and Sarita get to band together in a witty mesh of dialogue to save each other.
When I say I loved this book, I really do mean it. I can not wait for publishing so that I can re-read it over and over again. I absolutely loved the characters, their interactions, and the dialogue. While I do love the fast paced nature of the book, I do wish it would have been longer. I wish I could have spent more time with each character and in the city of Sunrise Harbor. That's just me being selfish though because this book yanked me in and I wasn't ready to leave.
June 2026 can't come soon enough.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
⭐⭐⭐⭐
I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) by Darcy Miller (June 9, 2026)
Thank you Netgalley, GetUnderlined, and Delacorte for the earc
When Lily's boyfriend's best friend starts acting strange, she realizes he's a vampire. Pulled back into the world she left, she's left babysitting him as they work to fend off her ex-boyfriend who also happens to be a vampire while trying to survive being a human in high school.
I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) is a YA supernatural thriller. I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) is an easy read. Honestly, it's one of those books where I didn't feel like I was reading. The words flowed nicely, and the characters, for the most part, were likeable. These are the kinds of characters you can't help but root for. Especially Lily because after everything she had been through, she deserved some peace. I've never read a book where the main character---or any character for that matter---was a human turned vampire turned back to human, which made this more interesting because we're always seeing human to vampire and not the other way around.
There were a lot of twists and additions that seemed to come out of nowhere, especially in the beginning. But, Miller was able to explain those and blend them seamlessly in a way that made them make sense. This did end abruptly, the last chapter leaving a lot of things open and unsaid. I do think an epilogue would have been nice, or perhaps a sequel to really wrap things up. Other than that, this fast-paced read was well-written and intriguing with just the right amount of supernatural meets fantasy meets thills.
I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) by Darcy Miller (June 9, 2026)
Thank you Netgalley, GetUnderlined, and Delacorte for the earc
When Lily's boyfriend's best friend starts acting strange, she realizes he's a vampire. Pulled back into the world she left, she's left babysitting him as they work to fend off her ex-boyfriend who also happens to be a vampire while trying to survive being a human in high school.
I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) is a YA supernatural thriller. I'M NOT A VAMPIRE (ANYMORE) is an easy read. Honestly, it's one of those books where I didn't feel like I was reading. The words flowed nicely, and the characters, for the most part, were likeable. These are the kinds of characters you can't help but root for. Especially Lily because after everything she had been through, she deserved some peace. I've never read a book where the main character---or any character for that matter---was a human turned vampire turned back to human, which made this more interesting because we're always seeing human to vampire and not the other way around.
There were a lot of twists and additions that seemed to come out of nowhere, especially in the beginning. But, Miller was able to explain those and blend them seamlessly in a way that made them make sense. This did end abruptly, the last chapter leaving a lot of things open and unsaid. I do think an epilogue would have been nice, or perhaps a sequel to really wrap things up. Other than that, this fast-paced read was well-written and intriguing with just the right amount of supernatural meets fantasy meets thills.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Lily is putting off decisions about after high school, but she's probably going to just follow her boyfriend, Max, where-ever he goes after they graduate. But then Max's best friend Ezra gets sick, but not just any sick. Ezra is actually dying and becoming a vampire. Lily knows, because she used to be a vampire. Now she has to teach Ezra how to be a vampire while hiding her past from Max and her bestie, Sarita - oh, and making sure her past hasn't caught up to her.
Because it turns out her ex-boyfriend has tracked her down.
Add in some witches who are vampire hunters, because why not, a love triangle and shake it all up.
I really enjoyed reading this book, I thought the premise was really interesting. There were several "plot twists" that you saw coming, but it was still really engaging and fun.
Because it turns out her ex-boyfriend has tracked her down.
Add in some witches who are vampire hunters, because why not, a love triangle and shake it all up.
I really enjoyed reading this book, I thought the premise was really interesting. There were several "plot twists" that you saw coming, but it was still really engaging and fun.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you Net Galley and Penguin Random House for this arc for my honest review.
4.5 star out of 5 stars
1st pov(Lily)
YA vampire book
Lily's goal for her senior year was to find a prom dress or maybe not fluck her classes but when one of her classmates, Erza, gets turned into a vampire. All of lily's past life as a vampire comes tumbling back to her. Turning human was supposed to be easier but she can't escape the supernatural world. Nothing will ever actually be normal.
I thought this book was super easy to read. The character are easy to root for and I found myself wanting another books in this series. Like I want more of Erza figuring out how to be a vampire.
4.5 star out of 5 stars
1st pov(Lily)
YA vampire book
Lily's goal for her senior year was to find a prom dress or maybe not fluck her classes but when one of her classmates, Erza, gets turned into a vampire. All of lily's past life as a vampire comes tumbling back to her. Turning human was supposed to be easier but she can't escape the supernatural world. Nothing will ever actually be normal.
I thought this book was super easy to read. The character are easy to root for and I found myself wanting another books in this series. Like I want more of Erza figuring out how to be a vampire.
January 15, 2026
˖⋆ ──★ huge thanks to netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review
.𖥔3.75.𖥔
If I was in high school and suddenly turned into a vampire--I'd probably go into full Edward Cullen mode. Twilight lighting and everything. I think reading this, is like a love story in a way to vampires. but like...non hot ones !
This is a fun YA debut that's perfect for summer or spooky season. Could have had some plot twists answered slightly better but all in all, a fun read.
.𖥔3.75.𖥔
If I was in high school and suddenly turned into a vampire--I'd probably go into full Edward Cullen mode. Twilight lighting and everything. I think reading this, is like a love story in a way to vampires. but like...non hot ones !
This is a fun YA debut that's perfect for summer or spooky season. Could have had some plot twists answered slightly better but all in all, a fun read.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
3.5 stars. I was able to get an arc of this book and it was pretty good. There were a few places that seemed like it slowed down enough that I thought the book was coming to an end but it wasn't. Still a pretty good book, I would recommend it if you like vampire books, not as much twilight vampires but other vampire books. all in all it was a pretty quick easy read.
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