The testimonials in the beginning of this book accurately describe my feelings of Immanuel's Veins. I was left in tears, and with happiness and hope. Redemption and love are the most prominent aspects found this beautiful novel. Although I was a bit turned off by Dekker's "villian" in his plot, I grew used to it since this type of evil person can exist in our world today (but certainly not to that extent). Lucine was a great character in the first half of the book (she was so likeable and witty-I respected her) but then she grew annoyingly naive throughout the last half of it. Then there is Toma. He's just great. I sincerely appreciate and respect him as well. ;) His deep love for Lucine is what kept me up at night, hopeful of love. =) After finishing this book, I just sat there, stunned and wonderstruck. So yes, I did really like Immanuel's Veins. :)