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Midnight Secrets (The Vampire Legacy Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rita Stradling (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 220 ratings
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I didn’t think anything could be worse than waking up in the morgue with a note in my hand telling me I’d go on a killing spree if I didn’t drink blood. But then I met Justin. In my ravenously hungry state, the agreement he offered seemed a simple one: I tell no one what I’ve become, and he would allow me to feed off of him.


I thought I could handle his hot and cold antics that made it seem like he wanted me but only as his dirty little vampire secret, until a chance opportunity changed everything.


The elite Blackburn Academy offered me a full-ride scholarship, if I can pass their grueling trials. With every fiber of my being, I want to be accepted and learn about the vampire lineage I’m now a part of. Justin... has other ideas. Going so far as to resort to sabotage, it seems he’ll stop at nothing to keep me hidden from the elite school and his rich friends.


Blood bond aside, he has no idea who he’s dealing with. I will complete those trials, even if it means the end of my undead existence.



This book was previously published under the title A Bite at the Cherry (Bite Me Series) Blackburn Academy: Entrance Trials.
Recommended for 15+.
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    The Vampire Legacy
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  5. Publication date
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07Q9Q4LTJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 11, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 11, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4539 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 220 ratings

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Rita Stradling

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Rita Stradling is a USA Today Bestselling Author with an all-consuming addiction to popcorn.

She writes young adult and new adult romances about flawed people who find their perfect together (often these people are dragon-shifters, werewolves, or have magical powers).

Rita believes in soulmates, happily ever afters, and that love can overcome any obstacle.

Website: www.ritastradling.com

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
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Sunnyles
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding new series. This one deserves more than 5 stars!
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019
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I don't usually read bully romances, but this one was a wonderful. When I started it I couldn't put it down. I told myself "just one more paragraph" until I realized a couple of hours had passed. January is a strong character and with a sense of responsibility. After all, she's taking care of her mother as well as herself. Finding out she died only slowed her down a little. Justin was a surprise. Bailey was so much fun and her attachment to Justin was so cute. January fit right in with the Bad Boys Club. There are several miscommunications that keep the story interesting. I loved this book and can't wait for the next one to come out. I requested an advanced reader copy from Booksprout and am under no obligation to leave this review.
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Vicki
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun read that sets up journey to academy; wouldn’t classify it as bully romance
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2019
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This was a pleasant read and I liked the fast paced story and that it was almost kind of like a prequel in that it establishes January’s situation, introduces the characters who will be in her new life and explores her journey to getting into Blackburn Academy, which I assume will be the setting for the next book in the series. I liked January and Justin’s back and forth, but they don’t spend a ton of time together on page to really have me feel like their declarations of love are fully justified, though I felt it way more than in some other books I’ve read the last couple of years. This definitely wasn’t what I would classify as a bully romance and the only reason that even matters is because the subtitle indicates it is one so I went into it expecting something else. I definitely enjoyed the book and look forward to what happens next for January at Blackburn.
3.5 ⭐️
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Ferganajen
5.0 out of 5 stars I have a problem with this story
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2019
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I have a problem with this story...it's that I just realized that book 2 isn't out yet!!! I normally don't ready series. I like an ending, good or bad. But I can promise, I will be reading every book in this series. If your hesitating on reading this, just try the sample. That should be more than enough to hook anyone.
I loved that we can really commiserate with the heroine when trying to figure out what's going on and she isnt getting any answers. I loved the passion between the H and the h. I disliked him, but he wasn't enough of a jerk to hate him or make him irredeemable, and unbelievable for the h to like him. I liked that we did finally get some answers but more questions also. This story is so much more than I was expecting and I loved it. Can't wait for the story to continue!
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JJWhite
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! I cannot wait for the next book!
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2019
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This was an excellent book that I couldn't put down. The storyline was so unique and captivating. I loved that I could not guess where the story was going or what the characters' motivations were. I love an independent female main character, and January was perfectly independent. It made her relatable to me that she was able to maintain that sense of self confidence, while still wanting the friendships and acceptance of her peers. I also enjoyed Justin's complicated character. I feel like I spent the whole book trying to understand the meaning behind his actions, but it took until the end to understand his backstory. I am really looking forward to the rest of this series!
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Dayzee
5.0 out of 5 stars Vampires and supernatural creatures that bump in the night
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
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I loved this! it was very interesting from the start. i loved the concept and the plot! I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. Just when you think you know you dont! i was surprised to find out what January truly is..and then Justin! omg it was a love/hate relationship with him. I truly dislike him because he was a real bully and yet i was questioning his real motives with January and then i realized how bad i misjudged him. 🥴 There is definitely more than meets the eye! i loved the friendships and side characters! laugh out loud moments! totally crushing on Lucas and Braiden!
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Mona Brown
4.0 out of 5 stars Midnight Secret
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2020
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I really enjoyed reading this book, and once I started reading it I could not put it down. January is an interesting girl who has a lot going on and then something happens that changes her life forever. Enter Justin, is he a good guy, a bad guy or just someone who is confused and doing what he can to help her? All January knows is that her life is different and no one is telling her the full story and she wants answers.
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Stacey T
3.0 out of 5 stars Teenage Vamp Series with a Twist
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2019
This novel was my first introduction to Stradling. Overall I was impressed and enjoyed the plot line, character development, and the suspense of what is to come at Blackburn Academy.

January is now a vampire, and for sustenance she needs blood (at least that's what all the books say). As she meets her first blood dealer, they strike a deal - 2 times a week he'll come over and let her feed off of him. Their relationship is strictly that, as he is so aloof, but there is something about feeding off of another that brings you closer together. A year of this arrangement, January finds she has feelings for blood dealer Justin. She is embarrassed and doesn't understand why he keeps coming back there is very little in it for him. After CPS intervenes she has to move in with her grandma who is working for the richest family in town. Little does she know it is Justin's family.

Once she moves to his block she sees who he really is, and while he's a jerk she still can't make herself stop having feelings for him. She finds that there a is a lot her didn't explain and there are worse things out there than vampires. Will getting into Blackburn Academy shed light on these mysteries?
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Stephanie
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019
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I was originally turned off to this story and didn't buy it based on the title. Then it was renamed and I thought I would try it out. I am glad I did. The story begins with a relationship the MC calls toxic and codependent. As she gets to know the boy more and more she starts to understand some of his actions and the underlying complexity the make him who he is. By the end of the book, I was rooting for them and the relationship seemed like a positive one. I can't wait to read the next book to see what happens next.
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loopylou124
5.0 out of 5 stars Great first book in series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2019
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I saw this book on a fb group. The writing style and premise really drew me in. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. There was a lot of mystery that kept you reading and I loved Justin.

Spoiler - Only thing, was I found it odd she never questioned further about her existence or how no one knew she was dead, like her friends and mother. Just taking someone’s word for it to not ask about it seemed very unusual behaviour. I wanted to get to see the school in the first book too. Yet I assume that comes next.

I loved the twists near the end, but I wished Justin stayed a bad boy ;p

Will definitely read the next.
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Ange H
5.0 out of 5 stars Bring on book 2
Reviewed in Australia on August 29, 2022
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I was pleasantly surprised with this one! The writing was wonderful, the mystery didn't drive me crazy and the relationship development was perfect.
I usually love a bit of spice, but the story drew me in and it really didn't need it.
I look forward to finishing this series!
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Kathie Montefiore-Gardner
4.0 out of 5 stars Riveting
Reviewed in Australia on July 1, 2019
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A really interesting take on vampires. Not your usual academy book. Some great twists and turns and steamy romance too.
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Caroline Doig
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved It.
Reviewed in Australia on June 14, 2019
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This is my 1st review but definitely not my 1st read for this author and I absolutely loved this story. Academy books are big lately and this one is just wow I can’t wait to get my hands on book 2. This is a Vampire Bully romance and it’s a fantastic story very well written with great characters and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
I received a copy of this book from Booksprout and I bought a copy of this book because I absolutely loved it.
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