The Vampire Diaries: Stefan's Diaries #2: Bloodlust

The second book in the New York Times bestselling series by L.J. Smith.

Bloodlust is the second book in L.J. Smith's bestselling Stefan's Diaries series, which reveals the backstory of brothers Stefan and Damon from the The Vampire Diaries series. This paperback features cover artwork from the hit CW TV series The Vampire Diaries, starring Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder.

Stefan and Damon Salvatore are now vampires, and must deal with the consequences of their fate. They escape their small hometown of Mystic Falls--which is overrun with vampire hunters--and travel to New Orleans. While Stefan revels in his powers, Damon continues to mourn the loss of Katherine, the beautiful vampire that turned them both. But New Orleans offers temptations--and dangers. Stefan falls in love with another human, and his will power is tested. Damon ends up captured by an evil, sadistic vampire hunter. Stefan knows that he must save his brother, but will it cost him his new love?

Full of dark shadows and surprising twists, the second book in the New York Times bestselling Stefan's Diaries series raises the stakes for the Salvatore brothers as they face new loves, old treacheries, and unimaginable threats. Fans of L. J. Smith's New York Times bestselling Vampire Diaries series as well as the hit television show won't be able to put the latest Salvatore adventure down.

• Brothers at Odds: Stefan embraces his dark new abilities while Damon, haunted by the loss of Katherine, rejects their immortal curse. Their opposing paths will lead them to a dangerous crossroads in the heart of New Orleans.
• A Perilous Vampire Romance: In a city filled with temptation, Stefan falls for a human woman, testing his control and forcing him to confront the monster within.
• A Ruthless Vampire Hunter: When Damon is captured by a sadistic hunter who delights in torture, Stefan faces an impossible choice that could cost him everything.
• Angsty Hero: Told from Stefan's perspective, this story delves into the torment and temptation of becoming a vampire in a world that wants him dead.

Kevin Williamson is the show runner and executive producer of The Vampire Diaries. His credits include the critically acclaimed television series Dawson's Creek and the blockbuster horror franchise Scream.

Julie Plec is the co-show runner and executive producer of The Vampire Diaries. She was most recently a writer-producer of the fan-favorite television series Kyle XY.

L. J. Smith has written over two dozen books for young adults, including The Vampire Diaries, now a hit TV show. She has also written the bestselling Night World series and The Forbidden Game, as well as the #1 New York Times bestselling Dark Visions. She loves to walk the trails and beaches in Point Reyes, California, daydreaming about her latest book.