"The Vampire Academy" is a young adult fantasy series written by Richelle Mead. It follows the story of Rose Hathaway, a half-human, half-vampire guardian-in-training, and her best friend, Lissa Dragomir, a royal vampire. The two girls attend a school for vampires, where they navigate the challenges of friendship, love, and the dangers posed by their world. The series explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of vampire society. As Rose trains to protect Lissa from various threats, they encounter rival factions, dark magic, and the struggles of adolescence, all set against the backdrop of a richly developed supernatural universe.