Joining Durand Supernatural Academy was supposed to be simple.
Find the rebels. Prove herself to the Hunters’ Guild. Don’t fall for the enemy.
Jackie failed spectacularly.
Tate’s loyalty shattered her heart. Kyren’s shadows still haunt her. And whatever she had with them burned hotter than it ever should have.
Now heartbroken and fueled by rage, Jackie is done playing nice. Her mission is her first priority and this time, she refuses to be distracted.
Not by golden-retriever werewolves who won’t stop begging for another chance or shadow-wielding vampires stalking her every move. And especially not by the one man she swore she was finished with… even if he’s the only one she can trust.
For a Hunter, love is a weakness.
And vengeance always demands a price.
Will Jackie finish her mission or let the darkness claim her first?
Erin Bedford is an otaku, recovering coffee addict, and Legend of Zelda fanatic. Her brain is so full of stories that need to be told that she must get them out or explode into a million screaming chibis. Obsessed with fairy tales and bad boys, she hasn’t found a story she can’t twist to match her deviant mind full of innuendos, snarky humor, and dream guys.
On the outside, she’s a work from home mom and bookbinger. One the inside, she’s a thirteen-year-old boy screaming to get out and tell you the pervy joke they found online. As an ex-computer programmer, she dreams of one day combining her love for writing and college credits to make the ultimate video game!
Until then, when she’s not writing, Erin is devouring as many books as possible on her quest to have the biggest book gut of all time. She’s written over thirty books, ranging from paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and even scifi romance.
Also, third person is really weird when writing about yourself. Just putting that out there.
Pride of a Vampire leans fully into the chaos, angst, and emotional fallout that was brewing in book one—and honestly? I ate it up.
Picking up after the events of Heart of a Vampire, we’re thrown straight into Jackie’s heartbreak-fueled spiral. Betrayal, fractured trust, and messy feelings take center stage as she doubles down on her mission, determined not to let love distract her again. But of course… this is a why choose paranormal academy romance—so things only get more complicated.
What really stood out to me in this installment is the shift in tone. There’s a darker, more emotional edge here, with Jackie navigating anger, vulnerability, and the consequences of everything that’s happened. I loved seeing her grow a bit tougher and more focused, even if she’s still making decisions that had me stressing.
The relationships? Messy. Complicated. Addictive. Tate, Kyren, and the rest of the harem bring tension in very different ways, and the push-and-pull between them kept me hooked. The angst is definitely turned up, but I did find myself wishing for a little more depth and resolution in some of those emotional threads—especially given how intense everything feels.
Plot-wise, this book balances academy life, rebellion, and looming danger well, though it does feel like another “setup” installment. There’s forward momentum, but not always the payoff I was craving. That said, the pacing is fast, the stakes are rising, and it’s ridiculously easy to binge.
I found Pride of a Vampire to be an awesome read and fast paced. Miss Bedford didn't disappoint she held me captive in the pages wanting more and more. I was pulled into the storyline from page one and had a few sleepless nights... It was that good. The FMC is a brilliant character but needs to be more careful when she goes out by herself. She loves her family and having more then one dad can be very busy for her life. The three MMCs are extremely handsome and all 3 care for the FMC and would give their all to see her protected and not get hurt. I love her best friend... she is the life of any party and keeps the FMC entertained in going to parties. The action is beautifully done with a Academy/College atmosphere setting. The romance spot on and I could feel the FMC's frustration with a certain co-worker. So, if you love Shadow Daddies, Protective Wolves, Handsome Hunters, A Strong Willed FMC and Heated Romantic scenes with a 10+ for spice and heat rating then this is the series for you. I loved reading Pride of a Vampire and the ending was a surprise.. I didn't see it coming. I can't wait to read the next book to see what is going to happen next.
Pride of a Vampire is the second book in a fantasy romance series that really pulled me in. From the first page, the story is exciting and keeps getting more intense, so I didn’t want to stop reading.
What I liked most is the dark mood and the strong relationships between the characters. Their dynamic makes the story more interesting and brings a lot of emotional and surprising moments. The characters feel real and well developed, which makes everything even more engaging.
The story is full of action and unexpected twists. And the ending—wow, it was crazy! I didn’t see it coming at all, and now I really want to read the next book.
A great book that stayed in my mind even after finishing it.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Book 2 of the Durand Supernatural Academy series. For maximum enjoyment read the books in series order.
'Joining Durand Supernatural Academy was supposed to be simple. Find the rebels. Prove herself to the Hunters’ Guild. Don’t fall for the enemy. Jackie failed spectacularly.'
The characters were very complex and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building continues to excel and impress. All in all a great addition to the series. Enjoyed immensely and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
not a bad book, just feel like it was a waste of time.. nothing happened i loved the first book and was so excited for this one but its disappointing.
Also i am kinda confused with julian? it was SO OFTEN mentioned that he refused to take this further and dont want to have a relationship but out of nowhere he is suddenly all over her (SPOILER )and also that he told her dads about everything in the end even though he said he want to be selfish and keep her close? and how do the dads know about the shower scene with tate and kyren?
Jackie is back in book two of the Durand Supernatural Academy series, and this book picks up where book one left off. I am loving this new series, and getting Jackie's parents, from the House of Durand, as side characters is a definite plus. The writing is well done, the characters are interesting, and this paranormal reverse harem is filled with mystery, drama, angst, steam, and so much more, making this a great read. After that ending, I look forward to reading the next book to see what happens next. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
ARC Review Pride of a Vampire By Erin Bedford ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The way I'm 100% invested in this series and all the books keep ending on cliffhangers 😂
Jack has gone through so much, from being outed as a Durand in the last book , to being abandoned by Kyran and learning some new things about herself, and all the cryptic messages... girl needs a break
Thankfully, she has Julian and Tate to help keep her safe..thats if she let's them 😉
This is book 2 of the Durand Supernatural Academy and is a why choose. Exceptionally written, I was hooked from the very first line of page 1. Ms. Bedford has created something amazing here.
The characters were intriguing and in-depth, the storyline was unique and brilliantly done, and there was great world building. The character chemistry was incredible as well. I truly enjoyed every page of this book, and I can't wait for more!
Book two and it is a fantastic addition to this incredible series. Exciting, intense and bursting with action, you find yourself drawn in from the first page and on the edge of your seat. Our characters are complicated and intriguing, the storyline complex and well paced and the world building continues to enthral. Twists and turns grab you as the author draws you in and that ending ….. well I wasn’t expecting that. Looking forward to the next book!
Book 2 of the Durand Supernatural Academy, this was a little slow paced than Heart of a vampire, so It does take a minute but still I enjoyed the entire story
I’m so invested now! And have lots of questions that hopefully we can get the answers very soon
I can´t wait for the next book
Thank you Booksprout and Erin, for an opportunity to read this arc. This is my honest review
The story pulled me in right from the start, and I really enjoyed the characters and the overall vibe of the book.
It kept me interested the whole time, and I didn’t want to put it down. Now I’m just sitting here impatiently waiting for the third book to be released because I need to know what happens next.
Definitely recommend if you’re into vampire romance with a story that keeps you hooked.
Great book, looking forward to the third book. Lots of drama and spice. Love how protective and possessive they all are of Jack but wish she thought through things more. Can’t wait to see how Jack’s story ends. Great writing and good flow
Erin Bedford does it again! I get sucked in from beginning to end. Her story and character development are amazing! I love all the characters and I’m invested to see the story play out to the end. Now to find something to keep me busy until book 3 is released!
Really felt for Jackie in this one and watching it all play out was fun. A bit intense and the drama kept me reading to the end. Enjoyed it all and watching the boys with Jackie was entertaining at times.
Not bad as far as cliff hangers go. I really like Jack's story. Her guys are great. I love her mom and dad's still being in the story, even as side characters. I can't wait to find out who's tormenting her. I also can't wait for her and her guys to be togeand settled (fingers crossed)
This is the second book in the Durand Supernatural Academy and it was amazing. I’m so invested in the Durand family. Jack couldn’t catch a break in this one. The story is full of action, angst, mystery and spice. I hope things work out with her men. I’m so looking forward to the next book.
We have action, suspense, mystery and so much more. Follow Jackie's story you will not want to ut it down. Can she find the rebels and rove herself? Men sometines just get in the way. Good or bad in all ways.
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Heart of a Vampire is betrayal, broken trust and messy feelings.When I started reading I couldn't put it down.Erin Bedford is magnifysent and amazing writer.I cannot wait to read more of there books.Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.Can't wait for the next book.
Liked it but wished it was longer since I felt like not much happened. The plot does progress and while the first book was mainly about her relationship with Kyren and Tate this one focuses more on Julian and her repairing it with Kyren.