Dive into this gripping tale of supernatural intrigue, where the line between good and evil becomes blurred, and only the brave and resourceful can hope to survive.“Gripping, gory, and violent, this isn't for the faint-hearted—but it’s also clever, and moving, and wittily done.”—John Connolly, bestselling author of Every Dead Thing“Explosive. . . . A nonstop thrill ride right up to the cliffhanger ending.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review“These vampires don’t sparkle.”—Kirkus ReviewsBattling vampires since 1892. Now it’s time to raise the stakes. When Jamie Carpenter’s mother is kidnapped by strange creatures, he finds himself dragged into Department 19, the government’s most secret agency. Fortunately for Jamie, Department 19 can provide the tools he needs to find his mother, and to kill the vampires who want him dead. But unfortunately for everyone, something much older is stirring, something even Department 19 can’t stand up against . . .