Best Fantasy Series Vampire (2026): 5 Picks Compared

A reader who finished the last vampire saga and wants the next one faces a crowded shelf of series starters and mid-series entries. These best fantasy series vampire picks were compared by series position, stated length and publication date.

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The picks

#	Product	Shelf Score	Buy
1	Chosen by the Vampire Kings by Hartnady	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Blackthorn Manor by Christy	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
3	The Vampire Knitting Club by Warren	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
4	My Vampire System by JKSManga	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
5	Ghastly Golem by Harris	9.4/10	Buy on Amazon

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Chosen by the Vampire Kings by Hartnady

Charlene Hartnady·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A vampire-king romance starting a seven-book series; skip it if you avoid mature themes.

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Pros

• Book 1 of 7, the natural starting point
• 129,000 words with no cliffhanger, per the listing
• 1st edition published June 26, 2015

Cons

• The description states mature themes and language
• Three love interests may not suit every reader
• No page count is stated

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Blackthorn Manor by Christy

Jade Christy·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A gothic manor vampire romance, for romantasy readers who read series in order; skip it if you avoid cliffhangers.

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Pros

• Book 1 of 4, to be read in order
• Gothic manor with vampires, witches and ghosts
• The description lists the tropes up front

Cons

• Ends on a cliffhanger, per the description
• Described as a spicy book with steamy romance
• No page count is stated

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The Vampire Knitting Club by Warren

Nancy Warren·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A cozy mystery about a knitting shop owner whose grandmother is undead, for mystery readers; skip it if you want epic fantasy.

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Pros

• Book 1 of 16, a series start with follow-ups
• Vampires who knit plus a murder to solve
• Light tone for readers who want vampires without horror

Cons

• No page count is stated
• The plot centers on a murder investigation
• Cozy scope may feel small to epic fantasy readers

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My Vampire System by JKSManga

JKSManga _·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A system-driven fantasy where a young man gains powers in wartime, for quest-progression fans; skip it if you avoid violent premises.

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Pros

• Book 1 of 70, room for the series to grow
• Quest-based progression for system-story fans
• Clear stakes: a war and a system with quests

Cons

• Includes war and a quest to drink human blood
• No page count is stated
• 70 planned books is a long commitment

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Ghastly Golem by Harris

Heather G. Harris·9.4/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Book 8 of a paranormal detective series, for readers already following it; newcomers should start with Book 1.

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Pros

• The description lists the full series order
• Urban fantasy detective story with vampires and shifters
• Found-family and slow-burn romance threads included

Cons

• Book 8 of 9, so start earlier in the series
• The plot involves dead bodies and a magical murderer
• No page count is stated

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More picks to compare

• Chastely Bitten by FossDark standalone vampire romance, Book 1 of 7 in the Blood Alliance series.Check on Amazon

Compare the picks

Book details as published on each listing, collected 23 October 2026.

How we scored them

The Shelf Score weighs fit, contents and edition, value, and the listed reading age or level. None of the five picks list a reading age or grade level. How we pick explains the weights.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each book’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score. Reading age or level counts on a list where at least one listing gives one, and a book whose listing gives none then scores zero on it. Where no listing gives one, the score is taken over the other 85 points. Books carry no warranty, so warranty is not scored.

How to choose the best fantasy series vampire

Start at Book 1 unless you like catching up

Four of the five picks are series starters, including Chosen by the Vampire Kings. The Ghastly Golem is Book 8 of 9, so start with the first Portlock book instead. For more fantasy shelves, browse fantasy books.

Check content warnings in the description

Chosen by the Vampire Kings states mature themes and language, and Blackthorn Manor is described as spicy with a cliffhanger. The Vampire Knitting Club is a paranormal cozy mystery, a lighter tone for thriller and mystery readers.

Before you buy

• Confirm the book number before buying.
• Check the description for mature themes: two picks state them plainly.
• None of these listings state a print page count.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I start the Portlock paranormal detective series?

Start with The Vampire and the Case of the Wayward Werewolf, Book 1.

Are these vampire books appropriate for teens?

Two picks state mature themes, so they suit adult readers; the Knitting Club is a cozy mystery with a lighter tone.

How long are these vampire series?

My Vampire System is Book 1 of 70 and the Knitting Club is Book 1 of 16; Blackthorn Manor plans four books.

Still deciding? Our top pickChosen by the Vampire Kings by Hartnady

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