Vampire books for after watching Sinners

Is it just us or are vampire books making a comeback? Maybe one could argue that they never left the market, but we can’t help but notice that there are so many more vampire books this year, especially after the success of Sinners. Either way, we are here to give you some vampire recommendations.

YA titles

A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya 

Angela Montoya brings a rich Latinx-inspired world to life in A Cruel Thirst, which is refreshing as the genre is often rooted in Eastern European lore. Instead, the vampires here are inspired by Aztec mythology. The book follows a fledgling vampire and a headstrong vampire huntress who must work together, so of course readers can expect a forbidden enemy-to-lovers romance.

 

 

They Own The Night by Amy McCaw

Award-winning author of Mina and the Undead, Amy McCaw, is back. And she is back with what’s she does best — nostalgia. They Own The Night is a Dracula retelling, with impeccable pre-2000 vibes. It’s perfect for readers who grew up on Buffy, The Lost Boys. They Own The Night is out September 11. Get your copy here.

 

 

A Steeping of Blood by Hafsah Faizal 

Sequel to A Tempest of Tea, and the conclusion to the Blood and Tea duology, A Steeping of Blood is coming out in September 25. The series follows Arthie whose tearoom is an illegal bloodhouse that caters to vampires at night. But when business starts to suffer, Arthie finds herself in a heist situation. We can’t reveal much without spoiling you but there will be political drama involving vampires. Get your copy here.

 

Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma

Another vampire novel drawing from non-European roots, Immortal Dark is steeped in Ethiopian folklore and rich with atmospheric worldbuilding. Girma’s writing is lyrical and immersive, often haunting in its portrayal of grief, memory, and ancestral legacy. The characters are morally grey in the best way, and the story doesn’t shy away from emotional or ethical complexity. We also love the dark academia vibes—secret societies, arcane texts, and vampire lore all wrapped up in an academic setting. The second book in the trilogy, Eternal Ruin, is out November 6.

 

Adult titles

Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab 

We are so happy to read another V.E. Schwab novel, and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil does not disappoint. Following two girls, one a modern college student who just wanted to live a different life for an evening, and the other who just wanted to escape her destiny as a wife, Bury Your Bones in the Midnight Soil is a thick novel. But V.E. Schwab makes every page feel intentional, as she explores centuries of loneliness, loyalty and love. We particularly enjoyed reading about the modern girl’s discovery of herself versus the myths she’s grown up fearing.

The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk by Carissa Broadbent 

If you have read any of our crash courses on A Crowns of Nyaxia, you should know that The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk is the conclusion to the second duology in this series. There are a total of 3 planned duologies, and each duology can technically be read as a standalone. However, with The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk, we might actually take that back because Carissa Broadbent is beginning to weave everything together very nicely and you also get to see some nice cameo from previous instalments. The book is emotionally intense, especially the yearning. We also love how the world building is stronger as always, with the godly politics.

 

The Midnight Shift by Cheon Seon-Ran 

This Korean novel brings an entirely new flavor to the genre—a noir-style, slow-burn thriller. Cheon Seon-Ran’s take is distinctly Korean in tone and setting but the themes explored would definitely be appreciated by everyone. The protagonist—a disgraced detective turned nightshift bartender—stumbles into a vampiric conspiracy that’s slick, dangerous, and surprisingly philosophical. This one’s perfect for fans of genre-bending books that are just as interested in character as they are in mystery and mood.

 

Thirsty by Lucy Lehane

This book is not out until October 16, but we have it on good authority to tell you that this is pure great fun. Lucy Lehane offers a clever, sexy, and unapologetically messy ride through a modern vampire romance where the bloodlust is real, but so are the Tinder dates. It’s sharp, witty, and refreshingly self-aware. It’s funny and swoon-worthy at the same time.

 

 

 Hunger Stone by Kat Dunn 

We have always loved Kat Dunn’s YA work so we are super excited for her adult debut. Set in the eerie moorlands of post-Industrial England, this novel explores hunger—literal and metaphorical. Hunger Stone is a sapphic retelling of Carmilla, and it’s deliciously gothic, which fits the lush prose that Kat Dunn is known for. A great feminist read that also addresses the brutal steelworks and moorlands.