Memories of Envy

The dramatic third Vampire Memories urban fantasy (after 2009's Hunting Memories) plays up the emo side of vampirism. Eleisha Clevon of Portland, Ore., and her maker, Julian Ashton, are both trying to reach Simone, a rogue vampire in Denver. Julian feeds "on blood and fear and life" and sees no reason to change. Working with humans Wade and Rose, teleporting ghost Seamus, and vampire Philip, Eleisha wants to teach all vampires to feed without killing. Despite his devotion to Eleisha, Philip is still secretly sneaking out to hunt and kill his victims. When Eleisha uncovers Simone's location, Philip volunteers to bring her back to Portland, but he quickly falls under Simone's manipulative spell, leaving El to fend for herself as Julian closes in. Part soap opera, part supernatural thriller, Hendee's series will satisfy readers looking for blood-soaked pathos. (Oct.)