Hi Jamie,

First of all, I want to commend you on your writing—it's quite well done, so I'm giving the book two stars for that. I appreciate the effort you put into it! However, I found that the storyline didn't fully resonate with me, and it took some time to connect with the characters. Additionally, I felt that the narrative could benefit from a bit more cohesion. Thank you for sharing your journey with me, and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

This book was a masterpiece, i devoured it in a day and loved every moment of it.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for the ARC

This was such a fun read!! Charming, cute, funny and just delightful guilty pressure! Thank you NetGalley and publisher for arc of this book! Really enjoyed reading this!

This was utterly endearing and had deeper themes than I had anticipated. The mental health rep was on point.

I flew through this story so fast, I just couldn't put it down. I loved the concept behind urban vampire communities coming together to support one another, having how-to-vampire pamphlets, therapists for vampires, etc. It was such a fun take on a very familiar lore, and very sweetly done.

This is the second book in a row that I've read where I realted so deeply to both halves of the main couple in the story. Definitely Brennan on a more consuming, alarming level. But definitely both Brennnan and Cole struck at my heartstrings and made me feel understood in a pretty extreme way. And I just loved them both so much. Watching them grow to care for each other was the sweetest thing ever.

I really enjoyed my time reading this story. It was fun and sweet and humorous and emotional and broched on some really important topics.

I will say this one was an absolute delight to read! One of the most important things to me in a book is the voice, and this one was everything I could have hoped for and more. A bit of a sarcastic edge, with some very witty quips mixed in and a main character that was so incredibly relatable it nearly hurt. I wanted to read on simply to see where things continued going, to see what sort of shenanigans the main character and crew got up to. All this to say, the writing was wonderful, the characters had me genuinely caring for them from the get go, and I'd recommend this book to anyone looking for a lighter read full of alot of heart!

This book is honestly so funny and so charming! I was in love from the first second. This follows newly turned vampire Brennan as he tries to piece together what happened and how to move forward as a vampire. This is a very sweet romance with quirky jokes and funny takes that also deals with more serious issues of mental health like anxiety and depression.

The diary entries are different and quite funny. outlining all the questions you might have as a new turned vampire and other details. Sunny and Nellie cracked me up and Cole was a definite favorite with his sweet and the Twilight jokes in the beginning were taking me out!

Really funny story about college student and newly turned vampire Brennan who has to try to piece together how he went from going on a walk to waking up undead while also trying to work out how to do this whole vampire thing.

The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood and Boyfriends is mostly lighthearted and has a very sweet romance, though it does deal with more serious issues like depression, past suicidal ideation, and shitty parents.

I found most of the book hilarious but I do wonder if all the jokes will land with other age groups (I'm a millennial), and also whether they'll be funny in a few years.

The big Plot felt somewhat forced, and the ending was kind of underwhelming, but mostly I had a great time reading this book!

Great found family, humor, funny diary entries, and sweet grumpy/sunshine romance.

Thanks to Wednesday Books for the ARC. The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood and Boyfriends is out August 26

I saw people saying this is Heartstopper meets Buffy and I couldn’t agree more! So cute!! 3.5⭐️ This book definitely got me out of a book slump and I couldn’t be happier

The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood and Boyfriends is an absolute delight! This book had me giggling and kicking my feet with its fun, lighthearted tone, while still tackling some serious issues like homophobia and family drama with depth and sensitivity. The characters are relatable, the romance is charming, and the supernatural twists kept me hooked from start to finish. It's a perfect mix of humor, heart, and important themes—definitely a must-read for fans of quirky, heartfelt stories.

⭐⭐⭐

THE GOOD VAMPIRE'S GUIDE TO BLOOD AND BOYFRIENDS by Jamie D'Amato

Thank you Netgalley and WednesdayBooks for the earc (Aug26)

Brennan is a new vampire. As if anything can get worse, he's caught drinking blood by Cole, intertwining their lives. As Brennan grapples with this (being a vamp, crushing, etc), he is dragged further into the mess when animal attacks start happening. He must figure out and stop everything before it's too late.
I'm not really sure how I felt about this book. On one hand, it was interesting as Brennan learned and grappled with being a vampire. On the other hand, the book was really long. Normally with fantasy, which was delivered but not the way I would want, I'm fine with longer books, but with such long chapters, I grew bored and had to take breaks when reading. However, this book was cute and grew more interesting as things picked up. There was a mystery interwoven in this book, I wanted to pick it a part. Who was behind the attacks? Why were they doing it? What happened to Brennan in the before vampire-ism? These were a few of the questions that popped in my head, and though some of the answers were obvious, it still made for a compelling read.
Also, loved the way the end played out.

I really enjoyed this author's writing style. The romance is very sweet and felt organic.

The MC was very relatable, despite the differences in age and gender...In fact, I'm not sure I've ever felt quite as seen as the author made this character. It was probably the overwhelming amount of anxiety and doubt.

All the characters here were pretty interesting and I'd love to read more about them! Tony made me laugh, as did Nellie but in completely different ways.

So, while this story touches are some really traumatic topics, overall it felt like a story of growth and hope.

I was really excited to read the ARC of The Good Vampire’s Guide to Blood and Boyfriends after seeing the synopsis! Overall, I’d give this book a 7/10. It had a strong start, and I absolutely loved the characters, but I felt the world-building—especially around the vampires—was a bit lacking. I kept wanting more insight into the vampire world and felt like the ending was rushed.

That said, the book was witty and cute, which I really enjoyed! However, one thing that frustrated me was the buildup to a big event, only for it to feel somewhat underdeveloped. I still had fun reading it, though!

This is my first book from this author. I wasn’t sure what to expect but the blurb got me! Who doesn’t love queer vampire rom-com? For a debut novel it was tremendously done.

Very fun paranormal rom-com! It was so charming and sweet to read, I loved every moment of it. The characters were so well written!

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Jamie D’Amato’s “The Good Vampire’s Guide to Blood and Boyfriends” is a delightful paranormal rom-com with a dash of mystery. This debut novel follows Brennan, a newly turned vampire who, alongside struggling with his newfound immortality, must also navigate anxiety, depression, and an unexpected crush on Cole, the charming library worker who unknowingly stumbles into his supernatural world.
One of the book’s standout elements is its humor, packed with clever pop culture references—especially the playful nods to Twilight and other vampire lore. Brennan’s journal entries, vampire pamphlets, and social media snippets add a unique, immersive touch, making the narrative feel lively and contemporary. The world-building of the “modern vampire” is intriguing, and while I would have loved a deeper dive into the vampire society, the book’s focus remains on Brennan’s personal journey rather than an overarching supernatural conspiracy.
Mental health representation is another strength of the novel. Brennan’s anxiety, depression, and panic attacks are depicted with realism and sensitivity, never feeling forced or overly dramatized. His struggle to accept his new life, while still dealing with emotions that existed long before his transformation, adds depth to his character. This theme extends to the found-family aspect of the book, as Brennan finds support among a wonderfully distinct and endearing cast of vampires, particularly the vibrant and unique Nellie.
The romance between Brennan and Cole is a slow burn, built on mutual understanding and patience. Their dynamic is both sweet and genuine, as they learn to navigate each other’s struggles and vulnerabilities. It’s refreshing to see a romance where both characters embrace their flaws rather than trying to “fix” each other.
While the plot takes its time to fully develop, the last portion of the book kicks into high gear, turning into something reminiscent of a vampire heist at a high-society ball. It’s a fun, unexpected twist that adds excitement to the otherwise character-driven narrative. The ending is particularly satisfying—Brennan not only accepts his vampire nature but also finds solace in a supportive community of both humans and vampires.
With its charming humor, heartfelt exploration of mental health, and engaging characters, “The Good Vampire’s Guide to Blood and Boyfriends” is a fantastic read for fans of contemporary paranormal fiction. While set in college, the book’s themes and tone make it accessible for younger YA readers as well. If you love vampires, romance, and a touch of mystery, this book is well worth sinking your teeth into.

This was cute! Definitely a book I would have devoured in high school.

Brennan is a college student struggling with depression. So when he wakes up after an accident with the immortal lifespan of a vampire, he's a little freaked out. His research sends him to the campus library, where he runs into Cole -- a hero amongst students known for his warm blankets and his listening ear.

Brennan is down bad for Cole pretty much instantly, but doesn't want to drag him into his vampire-drama. Cole, however, is not afraid but is actually intrigued by this (and every) aspect of Brennan. As the two forge a friendship and relationship, Brennan starts to figure out what being a vampire means, and how to do so responsibly.

Charming and sweet! Again definitely more for a YA audience but enjoyed it nonetheless.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I saw someone say this was heartstopper meets Buffy the vampire slayer and they would be so right. This is the kind of vampire romcom I didn’t know I needed in my life. I had put it down one night and couldn’t stop thinking of the story that I finished it in one night lol. It was so cute. TW this story is about Brennan a newly turned vampire navigating life after an unalive attempt. That is a touchy subject for me as well as others but they handled it very well. I love the way they discuss anxiety and depression throughout the story. Brenann and Cole 🥹💕 UGH. Highly recommend. Thank you publishers and netgalley.

Thanks to Netgalley, the author and publisher for giving mme access to this ARC.

This YA debut novel hit all the marks for me. Funny, new romance, many library scenes, wonderful characters and vampires! Throw in references to Twilight and some beautiful poetry...What's not to love?
I predict that Jamie D'Amato will have a very successful writing future!

Thank you Jamie D'Amato, Wednesday Books, St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the ARC!

4.5 ⭐️!

As a Heartstopper & Twilight stan, this book was 100% written with me as its target audience. It was fun and heartfelt and I loved the silly tone it’s written in - it worked well with the subject matter.

As a psych major, I have known to be critical about how mental health is represented in a book and I loved the way this handled the darker themes.

I think my only critique is that the mystery element wasn’t really a mystery, with the ‘big reveal’ falling kind of flat for me. Since the book didn’t really centre around the mystery and more the characters, it wasn’t a dealbreaker for me, but I do think we could have fleshed out the fantasy vampire elements a little more.

I will definitely look out for more from this author in the future (and from Wednesday because they’re quickly becoming one of my favourite imprints).

I thoroughly enjoyed this paranormal romcom! The story flowed very well. Thank so very much for the ARC