Hematite is a young vampire who is trying to find her way. As a member of the illustrious Blackwood family, she faces pressure to conform to high society standards, but such grandstanding isn't for her. And neither is drinking blood—she'd rather have vegetable soup! So it is that she opts for the more diverse Wolven School, rather than joining the ranks of her fellow vampires at the Diaemus Academy. Being different can be hard, though, and doesn't always help to make friends. Luckily for Hematite, she has her poetry, as well as Drunela—a draugr who won't let their differences keep them apart—and Emile, a human boy fascinated by the occult who would just love to take a peek at the Blackwood's private library. Unfortunately, bridging societal divides isn't always easy, and can lead to terrible consequences...