Seraph of the End, Vol. 1: Vampire Reign

By norahaddad |

In a world devastated by an enigmatic virus that seemingly leaves only children alive, these survivors find themselves enslaved by vampires. Among them is 12-year-old Yu, the protagonist, who resents being treated as livestock by his vampiric overlords. Contrarily, his best friend Mika appears to acquiesce to their demands, particularly those of Lord Ferid, a vampire noble, by allowing Ferid to consume his blood in exchange for provisions for himself and the other orphans at their residence.

Mika later reveals his true intentions: he has pilfered a map and a gun from Ferid's mansion, planning

House of Roots and Ruin

By norahaddad |

(Detailed) plot overview: Eighteen-year-old Verity has lived a sheltered life under the watchful eye of her overprotective sister Camille, never venturing beyond Camille's estate. However, she starts to think about leaving when she receives an invitation from the Duchess of Bloem to paint a portrait of her son, Alexander Laurent. Despite her eagerness, Camille forbids the journey, revealing that Verity has the unique, albeit unknowing, ability to see ghosts. Yet, the allure of adventure and the mysteries of Bloem prove too compelling, and Verity escapes to the Duchess's vibrant estate