Publishers Weekly Review for DRINK, SLAY, LOVE

Yesterday, I got the loveliest present!!!

No, it was not a winged pony.

And no, not my own pet unicorn. Close, though.

Hmm, no, it wasn't a pet unicorn for my cat. She already has one.


Another guess? Did you say "a lovely review from Publishers Weekly for DRINK, SLAY, LOVE"? If so, you're correct!!! Congratulations, you are a skilled mind-reader. Or else you read the title of this blog post. Either way, check this out...

DRINK, SLAY, LOVE
Sarah Beth Durst
S&S/McElderry, $16.99 (400p) ISBN 978-1-4424-2373-2

Having her way with the conventions of the genre, Durst (Enchanted Ivy) crafts a fresh, modern, and humorous twist on the vampire novel. At 16, Pearl adores life as a vampire; everything humans have to offer, from their cars to their blood, is hers for the taking. Out prowling one night, Pearl is staked by a unicorn, discovering soon after that she has a reflection and can bask in the sunlight. Sensing opportunity, Pearl's family sends her to high school so she can line up students as the main course for an important party, but Pearl develops a conscience and -- caught between her friends, family, and that pesky, sparkly unicorn -- tries to find the least bloody way out. Durst's snappy dialogue and vivid prose are entertaining (in the cafeteria, "The noise was nearly deafening, as if several flocks of seagulls were fighting over a whale carcass. It also smelled not unlike a whale carcass"), and the straightforward plot moves at a good clip, scattering enough clues to heighten anticipation without spoiling the fun. Lively characters and a sweet romance are icing on the cake. Ages 14–up. (Sept.)

-- Publishers Weekly