The Vampire Diaries: The Struggle (Book 2)

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14+
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August 25, 2009
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978-0061963872
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The second book in the New York Times bestselling series by L.J. Smith.
This special paperback TV tie-in edition of the second book in L.J. Smith’s New York Times bestselling The Vampire Diaries series features cover artwork from the hit CW TV show based on the book, starring Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder.

Elena Gilbert is quickly realizing that the only thing more dangerous than being in love with a vampire is being desired by two. As Stefan struggles to suppress his instinctive thirst, Damon persists in his quest for Elena’s heart. And a dark turn of events forces Elena to risk her mortality to save one of her immortal suitors.

Fans of The Vampire Diaries TV series will find this book packed with the same kind of heart-stopping suspense, fierce romances, and jaw-dropping surprises that they know and love, all brought to life by New York Times bestselling author L.J. Smith.

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Elena Gilbert is at the heart of a never ending tug of war between vampire brothers Stefan and Damon.  The first had already won her affection, but the later is not use to rejection and refuses to step down on his attempts to sway her decision.  Stefan disappears and she is sure that Damon is the one behind it.  She stares danger in the face to uncover his whereabouts and yet even with this discovery there is still a terrible force that threatens them all.  Will Elena and her friends be able to withstand the paranormal force stalking them?  Who is pulling the strings in this elaborate charade?

Picking up exactly where the first book leaves off, author L.J. Smith does not leave you scrapping for details in order to recollect the prior novel.  Although short in length, the story flow feels appropriate neither too drawn out or fast paced.  A good weekend (or week night) read for readers of the YA genre.  Happy reading!
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