*I received a copy of this book on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for this opportunity*

In WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU VAMPIRES, token 'fat friend' Lily Baines is suddenly thrust into the paranormal world after accidentally becoming a vampire after meeting one. This book primarily focuses on Lily's journey of accepting her new vampire body (which is the same as her human, but with more advanced skills), fighting the growing attraction between herself and her 'master', and avoiding being killed for her status as an unsanctioned newborn.

Like I mentioned, this book is (arguably mostly) centered around Lily's journey into body acceptance. She, similarly to many fat women, has struggled with her weight for most of her life-- and joining the undead makes her look at herself with a new lens. If you personally struggle with your body, and could be triggered by the subject, this book is not for you.

Personally, I struggled most with following the romance. Tristan (the love interest and master vampire) felt simultaneously too controlling and too subservient (an interesting mix that I'm still not sure how it happened). The relationship felt too insta-love/insta-hate, and was mostly physical attraction until they started confessing love.

Overall, this book is a fun, easy read with vampires and romance-- perfect to curl up with during Halloween!