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Thirsty

Tracey Bateman (2009)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.31

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

BloodBody HorrorAnxiety

Protagonist archetypes

Cursed Protagonist

Synopsis

All Chris really wants is to be a normal kid, to hang out with his friends, avoid his parents, and get a date with Rebecca Schwartz. Unfortunately, Chris appears to be turning into a vampire. So while his hometown performs an ancient ritual that keeps Tch'muchgar, the Vampire Lord, locked in another world, Chris desperately tries to save himself from his own vampiric fate. He needs help, but whom can he trust? A savagely funny tale of terror, teen angst, suspense, and satire from celebrated FEED author M. T. Anderson.

Is Thirsty appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A darkly comedic vampire story with teen angst and body horror elements as a teenager transforms into a vampire. Contains moderate supernatural violence and themes of transformation but approaches the subject with satirical humor.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include blood, body horror, and anxiety.

Who'll love this

Teens will appreciate the darkly funny take on vampire transformation mixed with relatable high school struggles and romantic interests.

Tags

Horror ComedySatirical FantasyParanormalContemporary Fantasy