Elena
Now she rises from the dead to recreate the powerful vampire trio. Reaching across the veil to protect the town she left behind, Elena guides her friends through a midnight ritual to break the gathering darkness.
Stefan
Summoned by Elena, he keeps a promise to her and fights the most terrifying evil he's ever faced. Haunted by the memory of the girl he lost, Stefan returns to Fell’s Church to defend the living against a merciless predator.
Damon
Drawn from the dark streets of Florence, he stalks the night with an unyielding power that even an ancient monster cannot ignore. Joining the brother he once called enemy, Damon battles this new horror with strength, cunning, and deadly charm.
When ancient bloodlust threatens Fell’s Church, can an uneasy truce between vampire brothers survive the coming slaughter?
L. J. Smith has written over two dozen books for young adults, including The Vampire Diaries, now a hit TV show. She has also written the bestselling Night World series and The Forbidden Game, as well as the #1 New York Times bestselling Dark Visions. She loves to walk the trails and beaches in Point Reyes, California, daydreaming about her latest book.