High school totally bites when you're half human, half vampire.<p> Freshman year sucks for Vlad Tod. Bullies still harass him. The photographer from the school newspaper is tailing him. And failing his studies could be deadly. A trip to Siberia gives "study abroad" a whole new meaning as Vlad connects with other vampires and advances his mind-control abilities, but will he return home with the skills to recognize a vampire slayer when he sees one? In this thrilling sequel to <i>Eighth Grade Bites</i>, Vlad must confront the secrets of the past and battle forces that once again threaten his life. Find out why author D. J. MacHale calls <i>The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod</i> "Gruesome, heartwarming, spellbinding."<br><br><b>Watch a QuickTime trailer for this book.</b></p>
