The Vampire Diaries: The Return: Midnight

New York Times bestselling series The Return: Midnight is the seventh book in L.J. Smith’s New York Times bestselling Vampire Diaries series. Elena Gilbert is back from the Dark Dimension, having successfully freed her vampire boyfriend Stefan Salvatore from imprisonment. Saving Stefan had an unlikely consequence: his vampire brother Damon Salvatore has become mortal. While the trio reels from this latest twist, they must still deal with the demons that have taken over Elena’s hometown, Fell’s Church. But the battle will take Elena, Stefan, and Damon to their darkest moments yet… The Return: Midnight is perfect for fans of the hit CW TV show The Vampire Diaries, as well as fans of the original New York Times bestselling series who can’t wait to see what happens next with Elena, Stefan, and Damon. Forced Mortality: Damon Salvatore traded his immortality to save his brother. Now, as a mortal, he hates the weakness, the world, and maybe even Elena herself. Brothers Vying for One Girl: Elena is torn between her epic love for Stefan and a dangerous, undeniable connection to Damon. Her choice could shatter them all. Kitsune Lore: More than just vampires lurk in Fell’s Church. Elena, Stefan, and Damon must battle ancient and powerful kitsune—demonic fox-spirits intent on total destruction. A Shocking Sacrifice: To save the town and the people they love, one of the Salvatore brothers will have to make the ultimate sacrifice. But in a world of supernatural bargains, death is only the beginning.