“When I thought I was sick of vampires
“I fell in love with vampires all over again after reading this book.”
_Reader Reviews

The moment I entered Katmere, or rather the moment I saw you
The world is turned upside down
The most unforgettable bite of my life

Grace's peaceful life is turned upside down in just one month due to the sudden death of her parents.
Having lost his entire family overnight, he is left alone and must leave his year-round warm life in San Diego for the biting cold of Alaska.
Grace transferred to Katmere Academy, run by her maternal uncle.
After a brief moment of admiration for the magnificent Gothic-style building that seemed like something out of a fantasy movie, I was taken aback by the students' hostile gazes, which were so extreme that they could hardly be considered hostile, let alone welcoming.
Moreover, Grace is gripped by a sense of unease, as if all the students in the school, even her maternal uncle, are hiding a huge secret from her, and every day is confusing and difficult.

While everyone ignores her, a vampire with a deadly charm, Jackson Vega, approaches Grace.
He warns her in a cold tone, as if ordering her to leave Katmere Academy.
But Grace reads beneath Jackson's hostility an indescribable attraction to her, and a wound similar to her own.
I have a feeling that his arrogant and overbearing words and actions are not sincere, that there must be some reason for them.
Moreover, Jackson appears every time Grace is in danger of death and saves her life.
Meanwhile, Flint, a cheerful and witty dragon boy, continues to hover around Grace, constantly showing subtle affection that can be called friendship.
Will Grace's wish to quietly graduate from Katmere Academy ever come true?

“It’s not because you’re a vampire that I’m afraid, Jackson.
What I'm afraid of is you leaving
“I’ll live my whole life not knowing what it feels like to be with you.”

The vampires of the MZ generation
How to love?

It's no exaggeration to say that Crave is a wonderful collage of fascinating references.
The author has actively placed elements in the right places that readers who love fantasy and romance will surely welcome.
A perfect blend of classic and trendy elements creates a fantasy romance with a very modern feel.
These homages are a tribute to the classics that have had a profound influence on the author, while also providing genre fans with the joy of discovery.

For example, the setting of the school as a gothic castle in a remote location is reminiscent of the 'Harry Potter' series.
The students are divided into four races: vampires, dragons, wizards, and wolf shapeshifters, which is reminiscent of the four dormitories in the same series and the drama "Legacy."
But, when discussing the 'Crave' series, one thing that cannot be left out is Stephenie Meyer's 'Twilight' series.
The author's humor is also on display in the scene where Jackson gives Grace a copy of the Twilight book when Grace doesn't yet know that Jackson is a vampire.

“Twilight? You sent me Twilight?” I look back at Macy, confused.
Macy gasps, looking between the book and me.
Then he starts laughing.
Smile.
Keep smiling.

In addition, the chapter titles of Crave contain parodies of various movies, songs, and albums.
"No, I really don't want to build a snowman" (from the movie "Frozen"), "The devil wears Gucci" (from the movie "The Devil Wears Prada"), "Knock, knock, knock, on death's door" (from Bob Marley, "Knock on Heaven's Door"), etc.
All these references are not simply scattered, but live, breathe, and function within the novel.
A representative example is the scene where Grace and Jackson exchange messages on their cell phones during the so-called 'flirting' scene.
This scene, where they share their tastes and chat happily, is so vivid that it makes you feel like you are observing their love life.
In this way, the artist demonstrates his exceptional talent in incorporating various cultural and artistic elements into his work, creating a unique painting.

To make Crave even more fun
Three keywords

- Catmere Academy

A school where the students are made up of four races: vampires, dragons, wizards, and wolf shapeshifters.
Even within Alaska, it is located in a remote city atop Mount Denali, the highest mountain in North America.
It is a large castle with an antique architectural style, including arched ceilings, hanging buttresses, and gargoyle decorations, and all students live in dormitories.
The subjects taught, such as 'Witch Hunts in Atlantic Cultures' and 'Chinook Art', are different from those taught in regular schools.
The same goes for the sumptuous breakfast and the wonderful library.

- Power War

A fight broke out between vampires and shapeshifters (dragons and wolves), who were originally not on good terms, as they argued over expanding their power. This eventually led to a class division within the race, leading to mass slaughter.
Although the war temporarily subsided after the vampire who led it died, the hostile atmosphere between the races continues to this day, and all members of the races are on edge, like a time bomb that could explode at any moment.

- Aurora Borealis

A luminous phenomenon seen in the Arctic region.
When the light is weak, it appears white, but when the light is strong, it shows beautiful colors of red and green.
Seeing the Aurora Borealis was on Grace's bucket list, and Alaska was like a VIP seat to see it.
Jackson gives Grace an aurora borealis as a gift, but how he gives it to her will be revealed in the novel.