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The Vampire Queen
I don’t have a lot of time.
When my best friend Iris goes missing, my entire life grinds to a halt. Forget school. Forget familial obligations. Everything about me ceases to matter anymore. Because I have exactly one hour to save her life.
And I’m already ten minutes in.
The Vampire Queen is a short paranormal romance story fans of Kiera Cass will enjoy.
Scroll up and one click to start this short romantic fantasy adventure today!
When my best friend Iris goes missing, my entire life grinds to a halt. Forget school. Forget familial obligations. Everything about me ceases to matter anymore. Because I have exactly one hour to save her life.
And I’m already ten minutes in.
The Vampire Queen is a short paranormal romance story fans of Kiera Cass will enjoy.
Scroll up and one click to start this short romantic fantasy adventure today!
61 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 7, 2017
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January 4, 2025
It is a short and quite entertaining read, however, I could not fully enjoy it because the contradiction between the ages of the characters, their dialogues and the situations threw me off.
It was implied that both Iris and Hadley were fourteen and then Finn seems older.
It also seemed like the reading was a series prequel and felt like unfinished business.
It was implied that both Iris and Hadley were fourteen and then Finn seems older.
It also seemed like the reading was a series prequel and felt like unfinished business.
July 31, 2021
So many typos
I can't even finish the first chapter of this book because of all the typos! I am used to Kindle unlimited books having some mistakes this book has so many in the first chapter that I can't even get to the end of the first chapter. I skipped to the end of the book just to write this review before deleting the book.
I can't even finish the first chapter of this book because of all the typos! I am used to Kindle unlimited books having some mistakes this book has so many in the first chapter that I can't even get to the end of the first chapter. I skipped to the end of the book just to write this review before deleting the book.
January 29, 2018
This story was more developed than I expected for such a short story. It has a great potential for the start of a new series. Unique and quirky. Four glittery stars.
June 4, 2019
The main vampire wants to “cure” Hadley of an aspect of her supernatural inheritance so she can’t interfere in his plans. No one ever explains why he doesn’t just kill her, since we find out he’s killed at least one other in furtherance of his plans. It’s also never explained why, if Hadley was just going to trade herself for Iris as demanded, she had to do a shapeshifting spell with Finn first (except as a convenient way to give them the shapeshifting/mind-talking powers for later). It’s never explained how Finn knows so much about Hadley’s birth father (among other things). Events tend to be detailed a little matter-of-factly for my taste. We’re given no idea of how Hadley manages to disappear to the vampires without her parents reporting her missing. Also, while this book is billed as a paranormal romance, the only romance is Hadley thinking Finn looks cute; there isn’t enough time nor detail for more than that.
The worldbuilding is intriguing. I’m not yet clear on what sort of supernatural abilities allow Hadley to use spells and read tea leaves, but that’s a neat hook. Hadley’s supernatural inheritance should certainly make for more interesting stories.
This story doesn’t stand alone all that well–too much information missing for that–but it did intrigue me.
Consider my rating a 3.5
Original review posted on my blog: http://www.errantdreams.com/2019/06/r...
The worldbuilding is intriguing. I’m not yet clear on what sort of supernatural abilities allow Hadley to use spells and read tea leaves, but that’s a neat hook. Hadley’s supernatural inheritance should certainly make for more interesting stories.
This story doesn’t stand alone all that well–too much information missing for that–but it did intrigue me.
Consider my rating a 3.5
Original review posted on my blog: http://www.errantdreams.com/2019/06/r...
August 24, 2019
A kidnapped girl, a teenage witch who reads tea leaves, a brave young spell-maker, and a whole nest o'vampires... A good mix for a short story that's never short on tension.
Hadley does talk a bit grown up for her 14 years and things will test you suspension of disbelief if you're outside of the YA/NA target age but it's a fast and entertaining read. Well written with great pacing and enough scene setting to make sure the paranormal feels real even in such a short space of time.
-I re-read this story as part of Cursed Lands: A Limited Edition Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, and Dystopian Collection (previously read release titled Leaves Like Magic )
Hadley does talk a bit grown up for her 14 years and things will test you suspension of disbelief if you're outside of the YA/NA target age but it's a fast and entertaining read. Well written with great pacing and enough scene setting to make sure the paranormal feels real even in such a short space of time.
-I re-read this story as part of Cursed Lands: A Limited Edition Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, and Dystopian Collection (previously read release titled Leaves Like Magic )
January 14, 2025
This was definitely a quick and funny read, but I can’t give it more than 1 star.
It was quick, maybe too quick for its own good. The magic system was interesting, but maybe too convenient at some times. I liked the relationship between the protagonist and the love interest, but it felt waaay too rushed. The protagonist apparently didn’t know anything about vampires, but somehow, miraculously, managed to fight against a horde of them?? I dunno, I can’t buy it. Also, we're supposed to believe the protagonist's relationship with her best friend was the strongest bond she ever had, but the best friend barely appears in the story. She was just a mere device for the protagonist to do whatever great deeds she had to do. I just wish the side characters had a little bit more of agency.
Overall, if you’re just looking for something fun and quick, I kinda recommend this book.
It was quick, maybe too quick for its own good. The magic system was interesting, but maybe too convenient at some times. I liked the relationship between the protagonist and the love interest, but it felt waaay too rushed. The protagonist apparently didn’t know anything about vampires, but somehow, miraculously, managed to fight against a horde of them?? I dunno, I can’t buy it. Also, we're supposed to believe the protagonist's relationship with her best friend was the strongest bond she ever had, but the best friend barely appears in the story. She was just a mere device for the protagonist to do whatever great deeds she had to do. I just wish the side characters had a little bit more of agency.
Overall, if you’re just looking for something fun and quick, I kinda recommend this book.
May 24, 2024
This seems like a prequel novella to the main series and low on the PNR
Although I enjoyed the style of writing and it was an interesting 60-min read, it read like a prequel novella or first sample chapter to a series, not a book in its own right. Hadley’s character is fleshed out nicely (as opposed to Iris, her best 14yo friend) and the romance will probably happen between her and Finn (who’s old enough to be left tending a shop), but nothing happens in this prequel on the PNR side.
Recommended for those who love to read sample chapters or short prequels or prologues before delving into a new YA series.
Although I enjoyed the style of writing and it was an interesting 60-min read, it read like a prequel novella or first sample chapter to a series, not a book in its own right. Hadley’s character is fleshed out nicely (as opposed to Iris, her best 14yo friend) and the romance will probably happen between her and Finn (who’s old enough to be left tending a shop), but nothing happens in this prequel on the PNR side.
Recommended for those who love to read sample chapters or short prequels or prologues before delving into a new YA series.
August 17, 2023
An apt T&YA paranormal & urban fantasy romance. Hadley has a problem: her best and only friend, Iris, will be killed if she doesn't surrender within an hour. To whom? She doesn't know. Where? She doesn't know. And so on. This is a story of discovery. Something that she is well adapted to. While the story is good, it does seem to be a bit simplistic. Still, it is worth reading.
Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Wonderful characters.
January 28, 2020
Cute
Definitely a cute story. A bit gory during o e of the scenes but not over the top. Language and sexually clean.i liked the character and while they didn't get a it of screen time i like the supporting cast too. And the author leaves the ending open enough to continue the story if she chose to which i hope she does.
Definitely a cute story. A bit gory during o e of the scenes but not over the top. Language and sexually clean.i liked the character and while they didn't get a it of screen time i like the supporting cast too. And the author leaves the ending open enough to continue the story if she chose to which i hope she does.
March 16, 2021
It was an ok story
It was a good story but it was too short. I want to know more like how do her parents take it that she's immortal? Does she ever meet her birth mother aka the vampire queen? Plus there were a lot of misspellings and on one page the author started a paragraph in the middle of a thought when a new paragraph is used when starting a new thought.
It was a good story but it was too short. I want to know more like how do her parents take it that she's immortal? Does she ever meet her birth mother aka the vampire queen? Plus there were a lot of misspellings and on one page the author started a paragraph in the middle of a thought when a new paragraph is used when starting a new thought.
March 11, 2024
3.5/5
C'est une histoire très courte (moins de 60 pages) assez prometteuse, qui semble être la fondation d'une série ou d'un roman plus long. Mais apparemment, Veronica Shade n'a pour l'instant pas donné suite à cet univers. Du coup je reste pas mal sur ma faim, car on a une sensation d'inachevé.
En plus, pas mal de fautes dans le livre, probablement de frappe, c'est un peu dommage !
C'est une histoire très courte (moins de 60 pages) assez prometteuse, qui semble être la fondation d'une série ou d'un roman plus long. Mais apparemment, Veronica Shade n'a pour l'instant pas donné suite à cet univers. Du coup je reste pas mal sur ma faim, car on a une sensation d'inachevé.
En plus, pas mal de fautes dans le livre, probablement de frappe, c'est un peu dommage !
August 17, 2020
Fun read.
Cute and quick. Leaves room to create a lengthier beginning and an adventure filled lengthier end full of intrigue, friendship and hidden truths. And should the story last long enough for Hadley to grow up, it could nurture a budding romance with Finn.
Cute and quick. Leaves room to create a lengthier beginning and an adventure filled lengthier end full of intrigue, friendship and hidden truths. And should the story last long enough for Hadley to grow up, it could nurture a budding romance with Finn.
October 4, 2020
Not For Me
This short read just didn't capture my interest. The characters were simply blah. That doesn't mean you shouldn't read as though I didn't enjoy it, it doesn't mean you won't either.
This short read just didn't capture my interest. The characters were simply blah. That doesn't mean you shouldn't read as though I didn't enjoy it, it doesn't mean you won't either.
May 8, 2021
It's a shame I can't be a witch
It would be so nice to be a witch.
I could do things no one else can do.
Hadley can do spells within seconds.
She can find out from her spells and it helps with
what she needs.
It would be so nice to be a witch.
I could do things no one else can do.
Hadley can do spells within seconds.
She can find out from her spells and it helps with
what she needs.
October 30, 2022
As mentioned in the other reviews, spelling and grammar mistakes. Detail was lacking in areas, however this was still an enjoyable short read. I feel that if the author wished this book to be longer, it could have been.
March 5, 2023
Story great
This story is wonderful but all the typos took away from the enjoyment of the story. I would highly recommend the book if not for all the typos wrecking my enjoyment of it.
This story is wonderful but all the typos took away from the enjoyment of the story. I would highly recommend the book if not for all the typos wrecking my enjoyment of it.
May 4, 2024
The Vampire Queen by Veronica Shade – If that was 100 pages longer it would have been a very cool first book in a series, but it felt really rushed. I still have so many questions! But I did enjoy it! Happy Reading!
November 25, 2017
Good
Intriguing and fun. Cute relationship. Short (less than 100 pages). Good though. 4 stars. I’d like to read more books in this world.
Intriguing and fun. Cute relationship. Short (less than 100 pages). Good though. 4 stars. I’d like to read more books in this world.
May 23, 2021
Vampire witch
Novellas almost always feel squished to me. I liked the idea of avampire queen ish and witches that are helpful.
Novellas almost always feel squished to me. I liked the idea of avampire queen ish and witches that are helpful.
January 15, 2023
Read
Looking for more of this book got to know what happens! Hoping there is more to this series! May be
Looking for more of this book got to know what happens! Hoping there is more to this series! May be
October 12, 2025
loved it.
May 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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