Vampyre Kisses is an enthralling story about a young woman named Faith, who seems content with her life, but deep down craves more excitement. Then a mysterious man named Trent enters her world and everything changes. Surprising to Faith, Trent is a green-eyed vampire from Ireland. She is even more amazed to find out that she is a witch, and the last of her kind. Faith learns that she is destined to restore her witch line and becomes more powerful as she gains confidence and knowledge, but danger lurks everywhere -- especially when unknown assailants steal the most important gems from the vampire master and werewolf royalty. Now surrounded by a world filled with mystifying vampires and werewolves, can Faith gain enough power to help her friends and rescue the stolen gems? "A welcome addition to the vampire/werewolf corpus. Building on traditional legends, Kolodziej creates a world both vast in its sweep and compelling in its details." Stephen Delaney -- Writer, Teacher & Editor Elizabeth J Kolodziej, a young fiction writer originally from Torrance California, is a smart and original thinker who has researched the origins of vampires, werewolves, and witches for many years. She writes her books from the knowledge she has gained while trying to be as original and inspiring as possible. Her books encompass both true folklore facts along with innovative ideas motivated by the great writers around her. This book is her first, but not her last, in a new series entitled Vampyre Kisses.
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"The story engrossed me from the first page and didn't let go even at the end. The author painted pictures through the storyline that you could actually see in your mind's eye." - Reviewed by Ellen H. for Readers Favorite.
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Elizabeth J Kolodziej, a paranormal romance author originally from Torrance California, is a smart and original thinker who has researched the origins of vampires, werewolves, and witches for many years. She writes her books from the knowledge she has gained while trying to be as original and inspiring as possible. Her books encompass both true folklore facts along with innovative ideas motivated by the great writers around her.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Amanda Jade
Format:Paperback
This wasn't another "boy meets girl, boy falls for girl, boy is a vampire" kind of blah story. Kolodziej created a mystical tale full of magic and mystery. It's a fascinating world, completely unique compared to the cookie cutout worlds most vampire authors use.
The best part, Vampyre Kisses isn't just a simple story; it's a whole new universe. A universe full of not only humans and vampires, but werewolves, gods, witches and more. Kolodziej certainly did her research; she mixes fiction with real historical facts and folklore perfectly. The story takes place in a vast and imaginative setting that any reader will be happy to get lost in. You'll instantly get sucked into Faith's new life as a witch, her budding relationships with vampire Trent and werewolf Z.T. and their epic quest to save the races.
The best part, Vampyre Kisses isn't just a simple story; it's a whole new universe. A universe full of not only humans and vampires, but werewolves, gods, witches and more. Kolodziej certainly did her research; she mixes fiction with real historical facts and folklore perfectly. The story takes place in a vast and imaginative setting that any reader will be happy to get lost in. You'll instantly get sucked into Faith's new life as a witch, her budding relationships with vampire Trent and werewolf Z.T. and their epic quest to save the races.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Vampyre Kisses is the first installment of "The Last Witch" series. This is a YA series that is suitable for teens.
I was asked to be a part of a tour for Book 2 so I figured I'd better read Book 1 *teehee* At first I thought that I had gotten in over my head, I didn't think I was going to like the book at all and I hate to give a bad review and I WON'T do a bad review as part of a tour! But I really didn't want to back out since the Author seems to be a genuinely nice person :)
I'm really glad I stuck in there though :)
In the beginning of the book it didn't seem to go forward very much. The charachter perseption changes in each chapter but it seemed as though I read the same thing in Chapter two as I read in Chapter 1. Don't worry though this DOES CHANGE! After maybe the first 4 chapters I was really able to get into this book. I really enjoyed it from there on out. I know, I know...you have to have the information in the beginning though and a lot of REALLY good books are hard to get into in the beginning! Elizabeth did a GREAT job keeping my interest though.
Faith seems somewhat content with her life but feels there isn't enough excitement. She is tired of doing the same thing day in and day out. Faith doesn't know her true abilities until she meets the love of her life who introduces her to a trainer who shows her the most inportant things she needs to know about being a witch. The vampire race's Blood Gem has been stolen along with the werewolf' race's Moon Gem. It is up to Faith and all her friends to find the gems and return them to their rightful owners.
Faith and her friends overcome many obstacles including finding out that Faith's own mother is one of their biggest enemies and that Faith herself would have to fight her. The battle is short in the end but keeps you on the edge of your seat.
I am pleased with the way the book ended and can't wait to start Book 2
Recommended for anyone 13 or older.
Christy & Danielle
Middle of the Road Reviews
I was asked to be a part of a tour for Book 2 so I figured I'd better read Book 1 *teehee* At first I thought that I had gotten in over my head, I didn't think I was going to like the book at all and I hate to give a bad review and I WON'T do a bad review as part of a tour! But I really didn't want to back out since the Author seems to be a genuinely nice person :)
I'm really glad I stuck in there though :)
In the beginning of the book it didn't seem to go forward very much. The charachter perseption changes in each chapter but it seemed as though I read the same thing in Chapter two as I read in Chapter 1. Don't worry though this DOES CHANGE! After maybe the first 4 chapters I was really able to get into this book. I really enjoyed it from there on out. I know, I know...you have to have the information in the beginning though and a lot of REALLY good books are hard to get into in the beginning! Elizabeth did a GREAT job keeping my interest though.
Faith seems somewhat content with her life but feels there isn't enough excitement. She is tired of doing the same thing day in and day out. Faith doesn't know her true abilities until she meets the love of her life who introduces her to a trainer who shows her the most inportant things she needs to know about being a witch. The vampire race's Blood Gem has been stolen along with the werewolf' race's Moon Gem. It is up to Faith and all her friends to find the gems and return them to their rightful owners.
Faith and her friends overcome many obstacles including finding out that Faith's own mother is one of their biggest enemies and that Faith herself would have to fight her. The battle is short in the end but keeps you on the edge of your seat.
I am pleased with the way the book ended and can't wait to start Book 2
Recommended for anyone 13 or older.
Christy & Danielle
Middle of the Road Reviews
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved this book! Great read and can't wait for the next in the series.
June 10, 2011
Format:Paperback
I met Elizabeth J. Kolodziej at this year's Book Blogger Convention and while I didn't realize at first that she was a novelist, I was happily surprised when she told me about her book. I am grateful to her for loaning me her last physical copy (as I've mentioned before, I'm a little less than excited about ebooks.) I will be purchasing my own copy to add to my keeper shelves as I loved it so much the first time, I know I'll want to read it again and again.
And now, my review. I have to say I love strong female leads and this book definitely has that. It has a good solid love story at the base of it, but it is so much more. There are witches, werewolves, vampires, gods, and who knows what else will come in the next book. I can only imagine the hours of research she put into this book as there are ample references to folklore and mythology that is intricately woven into the story.
Some people may not like it, but I enjoyed how she spends the first couple of chapters going back and forth from Faith and Trent's perspectives at times overlapping to give you a more rounded view, but to also expand on the events as it effects each of them. I thought it added a little something extra to the story as it unfolds.
I found that the writing strongly conveyed the challenges and the accomplishments of Faith as she grows into her powers and accepts what she must do. Beautifully descriptive and yet it doesn't get lost in the descriptions, moving the story along at a good pace and leaving you wanting more.
I'm super excited that the next in The Last Witch series, Werewolf Descent, will be released as an ebook later this month and in print shortly thereafter.
Want to read more? Check out my review at [...]
And now, my review. I have to say I love strong female leads and this book definitely has that. It has a good solid love story at the base of it, but it is so much more. There are witches, werewolves, vampires, gods, and who knows what else will come in the next book. I can only imagine the hours of research she put into this book as there are ample references to folklore and mythology that is intricately woven into the story.
Some people may not like it, but I enjoyed how she spends the first couple of chapters going back and forth from Faith and Trent's perspectives at times overlapping to give you a more rounded view, but to also expand on the events as it effects each of them. I thought it added a little something extra to the story as it unfolds.
I found that the writing strongly conveyed the challenges and the accomplishments of Faith as she grows into her powers and accepts what she must do. Beautifully descriptive and yet it doesn't get lost in the descriptions, moving the story along at a good pace and leaving you wanting more.
I'm super excited that the next in The Last Witch series, Werewolf Descent, will be released as an ebook later this month and in print shortly thereafter.
Want to read more? Check out my review at [...]
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great debut novel
It's been a while for me since my last book about witches and, so far, I think this is one of the bests. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Alaiel Kreuz
1.0 out of 5 stars
Did not finish
I found that it repeated itself to much from one chapter to the other and that bored me so I hate to say this but I could not finish this book. :(
Published on March 20, 2011 by Stormi Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Vampyre Kisses
This was a very good read. Flowed from page to page. I am looking forward to more books from this author
Published on March 3, 2011 by L. Pecor
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fun!
Vampyre Kisses is told from the points of view of both human Faith and vampire Trent, which normally wouldn't bother me except that in the beginning there are an entire two... Read more
Published on January 11, 2011 by Samantha
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good, fast read.
First of all, I'm a huge fan of vampires. I have been ever since I was young and watched old reruns of Dark Shadows. Read more
Published on January 5, 2011 by Kelly Hashway
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Vampire Read with twist
I read this book during a vampire/paranormal book marathon over the holidays. It was an enjoyable quick read. Read more
Published on December 27, 2010 by Luke 22
5.0 out of 5 stars
Vampyre Kisses by Elizabeth J. Kolodziej
I love the world that Elizabeth created. What a wonderful mix of all paranormal beings that we love so much. Read more
Published on November 15, 2010 by Mindy Janicke
5.0 out of 5 stars
New Twist in Paranormal Characters Makes for Interesting Read
Vampyre Kisses took me by surprise. I was expecting the typical tale of forbidden love between a mortal and a vampire (Thanks a whole lot, Twilight, for bringing that flood upon... Read more
Published on October 26, 2010 by Marty Shaw
5.0 out of 5 stars
Darby Karchut, author
Devoured the Twilight sage? Loved Mortal Instruments series? Never missed an episode of Supernatural? Then you're going to flip over Vampyre Kisses! Read more
Published on October 23, 2010 by Darby Karchut
5.0 out of 5 stars
Independent Woman
I really like this book. It portrayed its characters as independent yet willing to learn more about their craft. Read more
Published on September 11, 2010 by Scarlet_Kira
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