Life Flies Away by Chloe Louise Smith is an intriguing account of an adolescent female called Cleo, who recounts a troubled patch during her teenage years, one which takes a final and most unexpected turn at the end. It flicks between fantasy and reality, not least because of the involvement of Lewis the Vampire. The author’s intent is that this short work assists other literary students who are keen to explore their creative sides and the use of language. Curious and compelling, the reader is never quite certain in which direction this tale will head until the very end.