In the neon-lit labyrinth of Meridian City, where humans and vampires coexist in a fragile truce, Star Sangrave is a half-vampire outcast teetering on the edge of survival. Abandoned as a child and plagued by the mystery of her origins, she navigates the treacherous halls of St. Ifrid's Preparatory Academy by day and the city's dark underbelly by night, fueled by the synthetic blood substitute, Elixir. Haunted by the cruel whispers of her classmates and the gnawing hunger that threatens to reveal her true nature, Star's existence is a constant battle against the monster within. Her only solace lies in her fragile friendship with Booker, a beacon of normalcy in her chaotic world. But even his companionship cannot shield her from the escalating dangers. As her 18th birthday approaches, Star's quest for answers intensifies. A clandestine meeting with the sinister dealer Asher thrusts her deeper into a web of deceit and danger, revealing that her past is more entwined with the city's dark secrets than she ever imagined. When a shadowy figure from her nightmares emerges, Star is confronted with a chilling truth that forces her to confront her darkest fears. "Bleed" is a gripping tale of identity, addiction, and survival. In a city where every shadow hides a threat and every ally has a hidden agenda, Star must unravel the mystery of her lineage and face the monstrous legacy she has inherited. Will she succumb to the darkness or carve out her own destiny in a world that wants her to bleed?