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| Frostbite (Vampire Academy, Book 2) | 
 enlarge | Author: Richelle Mead
Publisher: Razorbill
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Reading Level: Young Adult
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Pages: 336
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Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.9
ISBN: 1595141758
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ASIN: 1595141758
Publication Date: April 10, 2008
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Rose loves Dimitri, Dimitri might love Tasha, and Mason would die to be with Rose Its winter break at St. Vladimirs, but Rose is feeling anything but festive. A massive Strigoi attack has put the school on high alert, and now the Academys crawling with Guardiansincluding Roses hard-hitting mother, Janine Hathaway. And if handto- hand combat with her mom wasnt bad enough, Roses tutor Dimitri has his eye on someone else, her friend Masons got a huge crush on her, and Rose keeps getting stuck in Lissas head while shes making out with her boyfriend, Christian! The Strigoi are closing in, and the Academys not taking any risks.This year, St. Vlads annual holiday ski trip is mandatory. But the glittering winter landscape and the posh Idaho resort only create the illusion of safety. When three friends run away in an offensive move against the deadly Strigoi, Rose must join forces with Christian to rescue them. But heroism rarely comes without a price
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Series keeps getting better and better May 15, 2008
22 out of 30 found this review helpful
Life is rough in high school--even for dhamphirs. Rose Hathaway is in her Senior year at St. Vladimir's. In six months, she'll be a full fledged guardian, protecting her lifelong best friend, Lissa, a Moroi Royal.
Rose is on her way to take her Qualifier. She's going to be tested by one of the guardian greats, Arthur Schoenberg. Since he cannot leave the Moroi royal house he is guarding, Rose and her teacher, Dimitri, are coming to them.
What they find instead is slaughter. All Moroi and Dhamphir members of the household are dead--apparently a plot by the Stigoi vampires and humans in conjunction.
St. Vladimir's reacts with alarm. The school won't be allowing the students to leave on Christmas break. Instead, a ski resort will host all the students together and attendance is mandatory.
Then--another Royal house is attacked and it becomes obvious the Stigoi are set to attack all the Moroi royalty and end the lines. While the Moroi are arguing defense, some of the factions are considering a more offensive approach--which, to this point, has been forbidden.
Did I mention that Rose is having man trouble? She's in love with Dimitri, her teacher, but she can have Mason, a fellow guardian-in-training.
And--since the guardians in training need even more defensive training, guess who's come to teach special classes? Janine Hathaway, Rose's mother, who'd given up raising her child for her career...
What impresses me most about "Frostbite" is Rose's character growth in one short novel. You really read how events shape Rose's thought processes and can see how this young heroine is being shaped for her future in service to the Moroi.
The intro to this book is one of the best I've ever read. In author parlance, it's a 'tell', but it's a great introduction to Rose's world and the three types of vampires inhabiting it.
"Frostbite" is the second book in Richelle Mead's 'Vampire Academy' series. It's written for young adults, but I promise you adult readers are going to enjoy every minute of the story. I'm definitely looking forward to the next book.
There aren't enough stars for this novel! April 13, 2008
10 out of 12 found this review helpful
For the fourth time, Richelle Mead has shown just what a brilliant, talented writer she is. "Frostbite" is part 2 of an ongoing teen series that began with "Vampire Academy," and it is clearly the best so far.
"Vampire Academy" introduced us to our narrator--Rose--and about a dozen other important characters; namely her best friend, Lissa, and her mentor and love, Dimitri. Mead's new vampiric world was slowly revealed throughout the course of the story, outlining the importance of the academy, as well as the roles of Moroi (like Lissa), dhampir (Rose and Dimitri), and Strigoi. In the simplest of explanations: Moroi are akin to royalty who must be protected; dhampir are the guardians of the Moroi; Strigoi are vampires gone bad (yes, you read that right).
"Frostbite" is an astounding follow-up. The prologue has Rose re-introduce the basics of this developing series, as well as a couple key roles. It's a good refresher on the events of the previous novel, and brings long-awaiting readers back up to speed.
This time, Rose's life becomes even more exciting. For starters, Strigoi are attacking in coherent, organized groups, slaughtering royalty and their guardians with frightening ease. Then, Rose's previously-absent mother appears--unwantingly for Rose--at the academy while the Moroi in the northwest gather to strategize defense. As if that weren't enough, her feelings for Dimitri, while returned, are constantly being rejected and turned down, as they have a duty to protect Lissa, and the risk of emotion cannot get in the way of that.
But does it end there? Not for Rose. Her friend, Mason, begins to show interest in her just as an old friend of Dimitri's shows feelings for him, causing even more chaos in Rose's heart. And all the while, she's lacking the company she sorely misses from Lissa, AND she's unwittingly witnessing Lissa and her new boyfriend take their relationship to the next level!
It sounds like a lot of drama, and it is. But Mead narrates to us flawlessly in the voice of Rose, who is clearly growing up, albeit struggling. Older teenage girls and even young adult females are likely to find themselves empathizing with our heroine. Mead's style is fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down the book even for a moment. Some of the action gets a little hot and heavy, but Rose is 17, something parents should keep in mind when considering this for younger girls.
But for older teens, this series is exceedingly brilliant. Richelle Mead creates an exciting, brand new world of vampires with all the familiar modern notes of strong female leads, friendships, enemies, relationships, and drama. Interspersed is Rose's wit and sarcasm, often landing her in trouble with others, but keeping the spice of the story and holding the readers' mental palate.
"Frostbite," put simply, has surpassed its predecessor. I wish I could give it more stars, and I simply cannot recommend this series enough. It will be agonizing to wait 'til next fall for the sequel, "Shadow Kiss."
Better than the first, can't wait for the next! April 10, 2008
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
I was very excited about the release of this book after I devoured VA in one sitting. It didn't disappoint as I also read this book in one sitting. It was even better than the first and the ending left me anxious for the third! Richelle Mead's writing never fails to captivate and surprise. If you loved Vampire Academy you will love this continuation of Rose's story.
Absolutely LOVED this book!!! April 10, 2008
7 out of 10 found this review helpful
I was lucky enough to pick up Frostbite 2 days prior to the release date because I couldn't wait any longer and it was worth it!!! It was great to be with these characters again. The story was so emotionally driven it will stay with you even as you close the book. I do not want to give away the story; reading it is far more rewarding. The Vampire Academy series is a great read for anyone of any age. I highly recommend it!
I can't wait until Shadow Kiss is published and to see where we will end up with Rose and Dimitri.
Love,love,love it! April 10, 2008
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
Like the previous reviewer I found this book in my bookstore a few days before the release date. It was wonderful. In so many series', the middle book can be mediocre but Frostibite is as good as VA. I gulped this book down in one setting and then went back the next day to savour it all over again. IMHO, the romantic/sexual tension between Dimitri and Rose is one of the best I have read in any series ever! I love the fact that they have not consummated their relationship yet, because it adds to the anticipation for each subsequent book. I am not going to give a plot synposis here, but here are a few tidbits. Rose shows real growth as a person/adult. She starts out immature and a little sulky in the beginning of the book. Her best friend Lissa is preoccupied with her own love interest and Rose is left out. Dimitri has his own possible love interest crop up as well. By the end of the book however,Rose has fought some personal demons with regards to her Mom, and has shown her strength (personal as well as a Dhampir guardian) in fighting the Strigoi. There is a death of a major character. I was breathlesss as I read the battle scene between Rose and the Strigoi- what amazing writing! Buy this book and VA and read this series! Even if you are not a YA (It's been a long time since I was a teen!) you will love this book. Even if you are totally over the vampire paranormal genre, this is so different and well written you will love it! I am grateful that Richelle Mead is such a prolific writer because we should have the third in the series out before the end of the year.
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