Shadow Kiss by Richelle Mead is the third of six books in the Vampire Academy series. In it Rose Hathaway must deal with the consequences of the events of Frostbite and learns more about the bond between Lissa Dragomir and her and the effects of being shadow kissed. Her relationship with instructor Dimitri develops, but then tragedy strikes. Having read the entire Vampire Academy series now I consider Shadow Kiss as kind of a transition book in the way that Goblet of Fire is a major turning point for Harry in the Harry Potter series. Up to and including Shadow Kiss Rose’s main preoccupations other than protecting Lissa are more normal teen concerns; her crush on Dimitri, getting enough good grades to pass class, not getting into trouble with the teachers, future career options, dealing with class bullies. After the events of Shadow Kiss, she takes responsibility for herself and goes off into the adult world, with more adult cares and preoccupations. The scope also expands to include the whole of Moroi society including the Court. What I liked Character development. Both Rose and Lissa continue to develop in interesting ways. I liked how their knowledge of spirit increased, even though…