“A teen vampire whose adult fangs have come in tries to hide his new difficulties with being around blood–and the way one boy’s pulse seems to call to him–in this savvy and sanguine middle-grade graphic novel.”
— Shelf Awareness (starred review)

“Snyder effectively uses color to create contrast between the human and vampire worlds, casting humans in sunny yellows and vampires in moody blues, which emphasize Ivan’s feelings. . . . A sincere and insightful story of personal growth and acceptance.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Snyder’s supernatural spin on this classic coming-of-age, queer tween romance will enhance its appeal, as will his easygoing artwork, thoughtfully colored predominantly in shades of blue and yellow with occasional pops of red. A Halloween-worthy romance with a satisfying ending.”
—Booklist

“There’s a lot of heart (along with some blood) in the story, as an insecure Ivan struggles with the expectations of his family, and readers with parents who don’t always take stock in what their kids want will have empathy for Ivan’s situation.”
—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books