Lissianna Argeneau is a 200-year-old vampire and the main character of the story. The book begins with Lissi trying to find a willing blood donor from which to feed. Although Lissi is a vampire, she cannot stand the sight of blood. Lissi is out with friends and family for her birthday before going to her mother's house for a birthday party. Lissi hates the club scene and prefers to be with her family. Lissi's mother has arranged a special present for Lissi because she has hemophobia where she faints at the sight of blood.
