Hats of to Heather Brewer for her comedic skill and convincing description of high school life. Vlad Tod is just like any other skinny, vaguely gothic 14 year old, just wanting to make it to class without getting stuffed into his locker. Just like any other kid, except that he is a vampire, whose lunch bag is likely to contain cupcakes filled with capsules of blood from donor bags appropriated from the hospital by his human guardian.

Perfect for younger teens who like vampires. ( )

Reviewed by The Story Siren for TeensReadToo.com

If Vlad thought eighth grade sucked, he's in for a real treat as a freshman. Vlad is still hiding his vampire side from everyone except Henry and Nelly, he is still picked on by the bullies, and he is still stuck on Meredith.

Although there is a little silver lining -- Vladimir finally has an opportunity and the guidance to learn more about his vampire nature. Otis and Vlad take a trip to Siberia, where Vlad is able to increase his knowledge of his abilities, and is also taught by a very old vampire, Vikas. It's a shame he can't use his abilities to improve his grades! He also learns the myth of the Pravus. Could Vladimir possibly be the vampire from the prophecy?

But Vlad has much more to worry about than his prophetic existence. He is being hunted. It seems like a vampire slayer is in town, but he's not the only one out for Vlad's blood! Vlad may have thought that eight grade bites, but ninth grade slays!

Okay, wow! I must say this book was even better than the first! The plot is more intense and I didn't see the big twist coming until it was right before my eyes! I also loved the Pravus myth; could our beloved Vlad be the one?! If you are a fan of the first book you will not be disappointed with the second installment to the series. Ms. Brewer continues to impress me. I'm looking forward to her next book! ( )

Vlad is about to start his first year of high school. Things are pretty much the same as they’ve always been though. He still has to keep the fact that he is a vampire a secret, he is still too afraid to talk to the girl he likes, and the same bullies that have been bothering him since junior high are picking up right where they left off.Starting high school is stressful enough, but more troubles are on the way. Someone from the school newspaper is following him around trying to get a story and, word has it, there is a vampire slayer in town looking for him. Vlad struggles with some of his vampire abilities. He has to learn how to use his mind reading skills, which requires a trip to Siberia and the chance to meet others from the vampire community. Getting to know the people who were friends with his father is a wonderful experience. He enjoys his time in Siberia and hates it when it is time to go home.Once back, Vlad must face the vampire slayer and another old enemy in order to make sure his loved ones are safe. At the rate things are going, Vlad doesn’t know if he’s going to make it to tenth grade.Heather Brewer has written a wonderful sequel to EIGHTH GRADE BITES. You’ll want to be sure to check out TENTH GRADE BLEEDS as soon as it comes out. ( )

If Vlad thought eighth grade sucks, he’s in for a real treat as a freshman. Vlad is still hiding his vampire side from everyone except Henry and Nelly, he is still picked on by the bullies and he is still stuck on Meredith.Although there is a little silver lining, Vladimir finally has an opportunity and the guidance to learn more about his vampire nature. Otis and Vlad take a trip to Siberia, where Vlad is able increases his knowledge of his abilities, taught by a very old vampire, Vikas. It’s a shame he can’t use his abilities to improve his grades! He also learns to myth of the Pravus, could Vladimir possibly be the vampire from the prophecy?But Vlad has much more to worry about than a his prophetic existence, he is being hunted. It seems like a vampire slayer is in town, but he’s not the only one out for Vlad’s blood! Vlad might have thought that eight grade bites, but ninth grade slays!Okay, wow! I must say this book was even better than the first! The plot is more intense and I didn’t see the big twist coming, until it was right before my eyes! I also loved the Pravus myth, could our beloved Vlad be the one! If you are a fan of the first book you will not be disappointed with the second installment to the series. Brewer continues to impress me. I’m looking forward to her next book! I’m officially a minion of Auntie Heathers’!! ( )

Love this book as much as the fisrt one. I am seriosly dieng to read tenth grade bleeds. as you can tell i'm so obsessed with this series. ( )

Great reading for 4th grade an up. This is intended for the middle school market. The plot is more sophisticated than Twilight; it's an amusing vampire story. This would be good for older teens who struggle with reading. ( )

amazing!! ( )

Vlad starts high school and finds out aside from the bullies and working up the nerve to talk to his crush, he has some new problems. First, Eddie Poe suspects that he is not totally human. Second, a vampire slayor has been sent to "take care" of him. Vlad gets to do some training and discover more about the mysterious prophecy of the Praxus. A very entertaining read! I'm anxious to see what happens to Vlad and Henry when they are sophomores! ( )

This second book picks right up where Eighth Grade Bites left off. Vlad is keeping a low profile since vampires are after him, he's starting ninth grade, he's hanging with Henry and Henry's cousin Joss. He is however studying under Otis and beginning to understand his vampire heritage more.

My only complaint about Brewer's book is that it ends too fast but we do get more information about issues that came up in book one which I don't want to include because of plot spoilers. Still, a solid effort and one I think you will like! ( )

Vladimir Tod vampire-human hybrid is entering high school. Everyone told him that ninth grade would be tough, but with vampires and slayers trying to kill him and new vampire talents emerging, he’ll be lucky to survive. Brewer pens another fun novel. Vlad’s character is a teenage outcast who truly is alienated from the people around him. There is no other person like him on the planet and Vlad handles this feeling of isolation in a realistic and often humorous manner. At the same time, Vlad is dealing with the everyday aspects of being a teenage boy from crushes to hanging out with this best friend. Brewer handles the balance between vampire and normal human teen well. And while the idea of an isolated teen as a main character is not unique, Brewer re-vamps the familiar to create an enjoyable, engaging read. Recommended for readers who enjoy vampire fiction. ( )

Didn't realize this was the second book.
Vlad, a vampire, has a minion - Henry, who's one of the popular kids at school. This doesn't seem to save Vlad, who is a social outcast and the victim of bullying. His uncle brings him to Russia to be tutored on his vampire powers by an old friend, and back home Vlad must not only survive high school and dealing with his crush, but also a fellow schoolmate determined to reveal him as a monster, a vampire "thief" who has stolen his blood, and a slayer come to the town to hunt him. ( )

Book 2 in the Chronicles of Vladimir Tod, "Ninth Grade Slays" will be released in April 2008. I was fortunate to read an ARC in January 2008, it continues Vlad's story and will appeal to fans of the first book. ( )