Richelle Mead’s “Vampire Academy” books are filled to the brim with strong and layered characters.

That’s a lot of baggage for two teenagers.

Did Sisi Stringer (Rose) and Daniela Nieves (Lissa) read the books before filming?

Sisi Stringer posing

During anexclusive interview with The List, Stringer and Nieves confirmed that they did their homework.

“I went back to that stuff during the audition process to refresh the subject matter.

But I’m a fan.”

Rose holding Lissa’s arms in Vampire Academy

“It almost felt like a respectful thing to do.”

“We all [watched the movie], as a guilty pleasure thing.

Everyone has a million bunk beds in one tiny, cold room.

Rose and Lissa talking on couch in Vampire Academy

It’s cool that you get to see it represented aesthetically.”