4.02 avg rating — 152,724 ratings

"Although the most recent books leave something to be desired, Anita Blake is a kick-ass female. When all else goes wrong, she can be counted on to take charge in a tense situation."

3.73 avg rating — 12,356 ratings

"Jaz Parks is one of the best kick-ass females ever written, in my opinion. Could she be a little bit crazy? Probably. But she can also handle any demon, vampire, or other nasty thing that rears it's ugly head."

3.82 avg rating — 520,203 ratings

"A "fledgling" vampire coming into her own power, Zoey Redbird proves in the "House of Night" series to be a force to be reckoned with."

3.66 avg rating — 1,387 ratings

"Jennifer Scales is a teenager who just learned she's a were-dragon. Through this fantastic series, she learns to use her power and exist on her own."

3.68 avg rating — 6,496 ratings

"Kate Conner is a not-so-retired demon hunter. Her personal life is a mess, she's the typical desperate housewife (kids driving her crazy, husband running for political office), but she can put down any big, bad demon that presents itself."