Author: Joseph Duncan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521319697
Category : Vampires
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Defeated and dismembered by his mortal enemy Khronos, the God King of the vampires, Gon has been consigned to a fate worse than death. Head mounted over the city gates, mute witness to all the horrors of his captor's perverse kingdom, Gon can do naught but await his final dissolution. But even now his allies move to free him, to gather the pieces of his Divided body and restore him, for only Gon has the strength to challenge the God King. Meanwhile, in modern day Germany, the Oldest Living Vampire, weary of his interminable existence, completes the journey to the land where he was born... to the place where he, with the assistance of a vicious new acolyte, plans to end his very long life. An indie bestseller since its debut in 2010, The Oldest Living Vampire Saga has captivated readers with its unique take on the vampire mythos, its lush portrayal of the prehistoric world, and its shocking violence and sexuality.
The Oldest Living Vampire Reborn
Author: Joseph Duncan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521319697
Category : Vampires
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Defeated and dismembered by his mortal enemy Khronos, the God King of the vampires, Gon has been consigned to a fate worse than death. Head mounted over the city gates, mute witness to all the horrors of his captor's perverse kingdom, Gon can do naught but await his final dissolution. But even now his allies move to free him, to gather the pieces of his Divided body and restore him, for only Gon has the strength to challenge the God King. Meanwhile, in modern day Germany, the Oldest Living Vampire, weary of his interminable existence, completes the journey to the land where he was born... to the place where he, with the assistance of a vicious new acolyte, plans to end his very long life. An indie bestseller since its debut in 2010, The Oldest Living Vampire Saga has captivated readers with its unique take on the vampire mythos, its lush portrayal of the prehistoric world, and its shocking violence and sexuality.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781521319697
Category : Vampires
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Defeated and dismembered by his mortal enemy Khronos, the God King of the vampires, Gon has been consigned to a fate worse than death. Head mounted over the city gates, mute witness to all the horrors of his captor's perverse kingdom, Gon can do naught but await his final dissolution. But even now his allies move to free him, to gather the pieces of his Divided body and restore him, for only Gon has the strength to challenge the God King. Meanwhile, in modern day Germany, the Oldest Living Vampire, weary of his interminable existence, completes the journey to the land where he was born... to the place where he, with the assistance of a vicious new acolyte, plans to end his very long life. An indie bestseller since its debut in 2010, The Oldest Living Vampire Saga has captivated readers with its unique take on the vampire mythos, its lush portrayal of the prehistoric world, and its shocking violence and sexuality.
The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All
Author: Rod Redux
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1105682749
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
"My legal name where I currently reside in the city of Liege, Belgium, in the year 2010 A.D., is Gaspar Valessi, but that is not my real name. The name I was given some 30,000 years ago, when I was born in a Paleolithic settlement in the region that is now called Germany-- the name my father gave me shortly after I was voided, bloody and howling, from my mother's womb-- is Gon." So begins the saga of the immortal Gon, a 30,000 year old vampire. This, the first volume of his memoirs, recounts his human life in prehistoric Germany alongside his companion Brulde and his two wives Eyya and Nyala, and details the fearsome events that lead to his transformation from man to undying monster. A blend of historic fact, fearsome fantasy and sensuality, author Rod Redux pushes the boundaries of fantasy and horror, creating a world that is both mysterious and eerily similar to our own in its depictions of the human-- and inhuman-- condition.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1105682749
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
"My legal name where I currently reside in the city of Liege, Belgium, in the year 2010 A.D., is Gaspar Valessi, but that is not my real name. The name I was given some 30,000 years ago, when I was born in a Paleolithic settlement in the region that is now called Germany-- the name my father gave me shortly after I was voided, bloody and howling, from my mother's womb-- is Gon." So begins the saga of the immortal Gon, a 30,000 year old vampire. This, the first volume of his memoirs, recounts his human life in prehistoric Germany alongside his companion Brulde and his two wives Eyya and Nyala, and details the fearsome events that lead to his transformation from man to undying monster. A blend of historic fact, fearsome fantasy and sensuality, author Rod Redux pushes the boundaries of fantasy and horror, creating a world that is both mysterious and eerily similar to our own in its depictions of the human-- and inhuman-- condition.
The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All
Author: Joseph Duncan
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781511446594
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
"My legal name where I currently reside in the city of Liege, Belgium, in the year 2010 A.D., is Gaspar Valessi, but that is not my real name. The name I was given some 30,000 years ago, when I was born in a Paleolithic settlement in the region that is now called Germany-- the name my father gave me shortly after I was voided, bloody and howling, from my mother's womb-- is Gon." So begins the saga of the immortal Gon, a 30,000 year old vampire. This, the first volume of his memoirs, recounts his mortal life in prehistoric Germany alongside his male companion Brulde and his two wives, the Neanderthal Eyya and his Cro-Magnon mate Nyala, and details the fearsome events that lead to his transformation from man to undying monster. This Revised and Expanded Edition includes more than 30,000 words of new material, adding depth to much loved characters and more fully realizing the author's vision of the Oldest Living Vampire and the prehistoric world that gave birth to him. By turns beautiful and subversive, poetic and seductive, the Oldest Living Vampire Saga is like no other vampire series you've ever read! Readers Rave About The Oldest Living Vampire Saga "Sensual and exciting.."."Had me on the edge of my seat.."."Anyone who enjoys Anne Rice's Lestat stories will find this a great read..."."The story of Gon is incredible.."."This author has tremendous talent.."."Not your run of the mill vampire.."."BRAVO!.."."I'm an Anne Rice fan but decided to dive in to what I hoped would be a good read. I was not disappointed!" What The Critics Say "In the competitive literary world of glittery immortals and undead enchantresses, [Mr. Duncan] has successfully created a unique vampire with an extensive historical background that has been embraced by multitudes of fans."--Examiner.com..."I wasn't expecting much. But again, my initial impression was proved wrong. It's an interesting book with a very unique main character."--Uwanted2C.com The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All has been a Kindle best-seller since its debut in 2010... find out for yourself what all the rave reviews are about! The Oldest Living Vampire Saga Chronology: Volume I: The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All Side Story: Nyal's Story Volume II: The Oldest Living Vampire on the Prowl Volume III: The Oldest Living Vampire In Love Side Story: Apollonius Volume IV: The Oldest Living Vampire Betrayed
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781511446594
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
"My legal name where I currently reside in the city of Liege, Belgium, in the year 2010 A.D., is Gaspar Valessi, but that is not my real name. The name I was given some 30,000 years ago, when I was born in a Paleolithic settlement in the region that is now called Germany-- the name my father gave me shortly after I was voided, bloody and howling, from my mother's womb-- is Gon." So begins the saga of the immortal Gon, a 30,000 year old vampire. This, the first volume of his memoirs, recounts his mortal life in prehistoric Germany alongside his male companion Brulde and his two wives, the Neanderthal Eyya and his Cro-Magnon mate Nyala, and details the fearsome events that lead to his transformation from man to undying monster. This Revised and Expanded Edition includes more than 30,000 words of new material, adding depth to much loved characters and more fully realizing the author's vision of the Oldest Living Vampire and the prehistoric world that gave birth to him. By turns beautiful and subversive, poetic and seductive, the Oldest Living Vampire Saga is like no other vampire series you've ever read! Readers Rave About The Oldest Living Vampire Saga "Sensual and exciting.."."Had me on the edge of my seat.."."Anyone who enjoys Anne Rice's Lestat stories will find this a great read..."."The story of Gon is incredible.."."This author has tremendous talent.."."Not your run of the mill vampire.."."BRAVO!.."."I'm an Anne Rice fan but decided to dive in to what I hoped would be a good read. I was not disappointed!" What The Critics Say "In the competitive literary world of glittery immortals and undead enchantresses, [Mr. Duncan] has successfully created a unique vampire with an extensive historical background that has been embraced by multitudes of fans."--Examiner.com..."I wasn't expecting much. But again, my initial impression was proved wrong. It's an interesting book with a very unique main character."--Uwanted2C.com The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All has been a Kindle best-seller since its debut in 2010... find out for yourself what all the rave reviews are about! The Oldest Living Vampire Saga Chronology: Volume I: The Oldest Living Vampire Tells All Side Story: Nyal's Story Volume II: The Oldest Living Vampire on the Prowl Volume III: The Oldest Living Vampire In Love Side Story: Apollonius Volume IV: The Oldest Living Vampire Betrayed
Vampires Never Get Old
Author: Zoraida Córdova
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250230004
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Eleven fresh vampire stories from young adult fiction’s leading voices fill this bestselling anthology—including V.E. Schwab's First Kill, now a major Netflix adaptation! "Boundary-pushing... Stories that stake a new claim on old tropes." —Publishers Weekly, starred review In this delicious new collection, you’ll find stories about lurking vampires of social media, rebellious vampires hungry for more than just blood, eager vampires coming out—and going out for their first kill—and other bold, breathtaking, dangerous, dreamy, eerie, iconic, powerful creatures of the night. Welcome to the evolution of the vampire—and a revolution on the page. Vampires Never Get Old includes stories by authors both bestselling and acclaimed, including Samira Ahmed, Dhonielle Clayton, Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker, Tessa Gratton, Heidi Heilig, Julie Murphy, Mark Oshiro, Rebecca Roanhorse, Laura Ruby, Victoria “V. E.” Schwab, and Kayla Whaley. An Imprint Book "Vampire fans, sink your teeth into this satisfying collection." —Kirkus Reviews
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250230004
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Eleven fresh vampire stories from young adult fiction’s leading voices fill this bestselling anthology—including V.E. Schwab's First Kill, now a major Netflix adaptation! "Boundary-pushing... Stories that stake a new claim on old tropes." —Publishers Weekly, starred review In this delicious new collection, you’ll find stories about lurking vampires of social media, rebellious vampires hungry for more than just blood, eager vampires coming out—and going out for their first kill—and other bold, breathtaking, dangerous, dreamy, eerie, iconic, powerful creatures of the night. Welcome to the evolution of the vampire—and a revolution on the page. Vampires Never Get Old includes stories by authors both bestselling and acclaimed, including Samira Ahmed, Dhonielle Clayton, Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker, Tessa Gratton, Heidi Heilig, Julie Murphy, Mark Oshiro, Rebecca Roanhorse, Laura Ruby, Victoria “V. E.” Schwab, and Kayla Whaley. An Imprint Book "Vampire fans, sink your teeth into this satisfying collection." —Kirkus Reviews
Reborn
Author: Shay Goodman
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1621475557
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
There was no breath coming from my lungs, yet I didn't feel suffocated. I couldn't feel my heart beat within my chest, but I knew I wasn't dead. I was thirsty. The thirst was so strong it burned in my throat, and I knew what I wanted. I wanted blood. I could smell the sweet, delicious scent of human blood all around me, but I knew, even in my wild state that I didn't want to kill anyone. That would make me a monster. I had to get out of there before I couldn't stop myself. When Drew Phillips is bitten by a vampire, he quickly decides he will not feed on humans. But when he falls in love with a human, this task becomes more difficult than he imagined. Since he believes in Christ and refuses to murder humans, he decides to try building up an immunity to the temptation of human blood. In doing so, he discovers a possible way to become human again and regain his soul. However, to keep with the Vampire Code, he is unable to tell the girl of his dreams why he can't be with her-due to him being a vampire. If he doesn't become human, the girl, Rumer, could be swayed to become a vampire after she is captured by Mara, the evil vampire keeper of souls, who is the very vampire Drew must confront in order to regain his soul, his humanity, and the girl that he loves. Will he succeed, or will he stay a vampire forever? Find out in Reborn .
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1621475557
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
There was no breath coming from my lungs, yet I didn't feel suffocated. I couldn't feel my heart beat within my chest, but I knew I wasn't dead. I was thirsty. The thirst was so strong it burned in my throat, and I knew what I wanted. I wanted blood. I could smell the sweet, delicious scent of human blood all around me, but I knew, even in my wild state that I didn't want to kill anyone. That would make me a monster. I had to get out of there before I couldn't stop myself. When Drew Phillips is bitten by a vampire, he quickly decides he will not feed on humans. But when he falls in love with a human, this task becomes more difficult than he imagined. Since he believes in Christ and refuses to murder humans, he decides to try building up an immunity to the temptation of human blood. In doing so, he discovers a possible way to become human again and regain his soul. However, to keep with the Vampire Code, he is unable to tell the girl of his dreams why he can't be with her-due to him being a vampire. If he doesn't become human, the girl, Rumer, could be swayed to become a vampire after she is captured by Mara, the evil vampire keeper of souls, who is the very vampire Drew must confront in order to regain his soul, his humanity, and the girl that he loves. Will he succeed, or will he stay a vampire forever? Find out in Reborn .
Empire of the Vampire
Author: Jay Kristoff
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 125024529X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 794
Book Description
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER From New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff comes Empire of the Vampire, the first illustrated volume of an astonishing new dark fantasy saga. From holy cup comes holy light; The faithful hand sets world aright. And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight, Mere man shall end this endless night. It has been twenty-seven long years since the last sunrise. For nearly three decades, vampires have waged war against humanity; building their eternal empire even as they tear down our own. Now, only a few tiny sparks of light endure in a sea of darkness. Gabriel de León is a silversaint: a member of a holy brotherhood dedicated to defending realm and church from the creatures of the night. But even the Silver Order could not stem the tide once daylight failed us, and now, only Gabriel remains. Imprisoned by the very monsters he vowed to destroy, the last silversaint is forced to tell his story. A story of legendary battles and forbidden love, of faith lost and friendships won, of the Wars of the Blood and the Forever King and the quest for humanity’s last remaining hope: The Holy Grail.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 125024529X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 794
Book Description
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER From New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff comes Empire of the Vampire, the first illustrated volume of an astonishing new dark fantasy saga. From holy cup comes holy light; The faithful hand sets world aright. And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight, Mere man shall end this endless night. It has been twenty-seven long years since the last sunrise. For nearly three decades, vampires have waged war against humanity; building their eternal empire even as they tear down our own. Now, only a few tiny sparks of light endure in a sea of darkness. Gabriel de León is a silversaint: a member of a holy brotherhood dedicated to defending realm and church from the creatures of the night. But even the Silver Order could not stem the tide once daylight failed us, and now, only Gabriel remains. Imprisoned by the very monsters he vowed to destroy, the last silversaint is forced to tell his story. A story of legendary battles and forbidden love, of faith lost and friendships won, of the Wars of the Blood and the Forever King and the quest for humanity’s last remaining hope: The Holy Grail.
Rebels & Renegades
Author: Heather Marie Adkins
Publisher: CyberWitch Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1231
Book Description
Romance is possible, but betrayal is inevitable. The fate of the world rests with earth's monsters, and it's up to the witches, demons, shifters, and vampires to battle the shadows. Rebels & Renegades brings together twelve of today's hottest New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors for a pulse-pounding supernatural collection that will make you want to join the rebellion. If you love the breathtaking adventure of Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunters series and the sweeping fantasy of Neil Gaiman, don't miss Rebels and Renegades! One-click today to find out if only the rebels survive! Featuring stories from... USA Today Bestseller Heather Marie Adkins New York Times Bestseller Margo Bond Collins New York Times Bestseller N.R. Larry USA Today Bestseller Jen L. Grey USA Today Bestseller Laura Greenwood & Skye MacKinnon USA Today Bestseller Jennifer Laslie USA Today Bestseller Carysa Locke USA Today Bestseller J.A. Culican USA Today Bestseller Pauline Creeden USA Today Bestseller Rosemary A Johns New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton writing with USA Today Bestseller Conner Kressley New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton writing with USA Today Bestseller Isadora Brown New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton
Publisher: CyberWitch Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1231
Book Description
Romance is possible, but betrayal is inevitable. The fate of the world rests with earth's monsters, and it's up to the witches, demons, shifters, and vampires to battle the shadows. Rebels & Renegades brings together twelve of today's hottest New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors for a pulse-pounding supernatural collection that will make you want to join the rebellion. If you love the breathtaking adventure of Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunters series and the sweeping fantasy of Neil Gaiman, don't miss Rebels and Renegades! One-click today to find out if only the rebels survive! Featuring stories from... USA Today Bestseller Heather Marie Adkins New York Times Bestseller Margo Bond Collins New York Times Bestseller N.R. Larry USA Today Bestseller Jen L. Grey USA Today Bestseller Laura Greenwood & Skye MacKinnon USA Today Bestseller Jennifer Laslie USA Today Bestseller Carysa Locke USA Today Bestseller J.A. Culican USA Today Bestseller Pauline Creeden USA Today Bestseller Rosemary A Johns New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton writing with USA Today Bestseller Conner Kressley New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton writing with USA Today Bestseller Isadora Brown New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Hamilton
Her Sweetest Downfall
Author: Rebecca Hamilton
Publisher: Evershade Publishing
ISBN: 1949112233
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
She’s marked for a life she doesn’t want. He’s tasked to make her comply. Ophelia's been successful at hiding her true identity, until the mark of the serpent appears on her neck—a death sentence, should it be seen by anyone in her town. Hiding the mark might save her from falling victim to the witch hunts of her era, but the scorching sensation it carries can’t be ignored. When the mysterious Ethan is sent to collect her for a life of something more, she learns concealing the mark is the least of her worries. She’s destined to don a new mask—to join a dark, supernatural world and protect the future of people she may never meet. What she doesn’t know—what she learns too late—is that her initiation won’t be complete until she kills the man she loves. If you like intriguing female characters, edgy paranormal romances, and unique vampire lore, then you’ll love Her Sweetest Downfall, a prequel novella to the Forever Girl series. Scroll up and one click to start reading this short vampire romance today!
Publisher: Evershade Publishing
ISBN: 1949112233
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
She’s marked for a life she doesn’t want. He’s tasked to make her comply. Ophelia's been successful at hiding her true identity, until the mark of the serpent appears on her neck—a death sentence, should it be seen by anyone in her town. Hiding the mark might save her from falling victim to the witch hunts of her era, but the scorching sensation it carries can’t be ignored. When the mysterious Ethan is sent to collect her for a life of something more, she learns concealing the mark is the least of her worries. She’s destined to don a new mask—to join a dark, supernatural world and protect the future of people she may never meet. What she doesn’t know—what she learns too late—is that her initiation won’t be complete until she kills the man she loves. If you like intriguing female characters, edgy paranormal romances, and unique vampire lore, then you’ll love Her Sweetest Downfall, a prequel novella to the Forever Girl series. Scroll up and one click to start reading this short vampire romance today!
The Witching Hour
Author: Anne Rice
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0307575950
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1058
Book Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the beloved author of the Vampire Chronicles, the first installation of her spellbinding Mayfair Chronicles—the inspiration for the hit television series! “Extraordinary . . . Anne Rice offers more than just a story; she creates myth.”—The Washington Post Book World Rowan Mayfair, a beautiful woman, a brilliant practitioner of neurosurgery—aware that she has special powers but unaware that she comes from an ancient line of witches—finds the drowned body of a man off the coast of California and brings him to life. He is Michael Curry, who was born in New Orleans and orphaned in childhood by fire on Christmas Eve, who pulled himself up from poverty, and who now, in his brief interval of death, has acquired a sensory power that mystifies and frightens him. As these two, fiercely drawn to each other, fall in love and—in passionate alliance—set out to solve the mystery of her past and his unwelcome gift, an intricate tale of evil unfolds. Moving through time from today’s New Orleans and San Francisco to long-ago Amsterdam and a château in the Louis XIV’s France, and from the coffee plantations of Port au Prince, where the great Mayfair fortune is made and the legacy of their dark power is almost destroyed, to Civil War New Orleans, The Witching Hour is a luminous, deeply enchanting novel. The magic of the Mayfairs continues: THE WITCHING HOUR • LASHER • TALTOS
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0307575950
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1058
Book Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the beloved author of the Vampire Chronicles, the first installation of her spellbinding Mayfair Chronicles—the inspiration for the hit television series! “Extraordinary . . . Anne Rice offers more than just a story; she creates myth.”—The Washington Post Book World Rowan Mayfair, a beautiful woman, a brilliant practitioner of neurosurgery—aware that she has special powers but unaware that she comes from an ancient line of witches—finds the drowned body of a man off the coast of California and brings him to life. He is Michael Curry, who was born in New Orleans and orphaned in childhood by fire on Christmas Eve, who pulled himself up from poverty, and who now, in his brief interval of death, has acquired a sensory power that mystifies and frightens him. As these two, fiercely drawn to each other, fall in love and—in passionate alliance—set out to solve the mystery of her past and his unwelcome gift, an intricate tale of evil unfolds. Moving through time from today’s New Orleans and San Francisco to long-ago Amsterdam and a château in the Louis XIV’s France, and from the coffee plantations of Port au Prince, where the great Mayfair fortune is made and the legacy of their dark power is almost destroyed, to Civil War New Orleans, The Witching Hour is a luminous, deeply enchanting novel. The magic of the Mayfairs continues: THE WITCHING HOUR • LASHER • TALTOS
13 Bullets
Author: David Wellington
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307393607
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
The first book in the Laura Caxton Vampire series from the author of the Monster Island trilogy. All the official reports say that vampires are dead--extinct since the late ’80s, when FBI agent Arkeley defeated the last vampire in a fight that nearly killed him. But when state trooper Laura Caxton calls the FBI looking for help in the middle of the night, Arkeley is unsurprised to hear that it sounds like a vampire attack. He’s been expecting such a call to come eventually. Sure, it has been years since any signs of an attack, but Arkeley knows what most people don’t: there is one left. In an abandoned asylum she is rotting, plotting, and biding her time in a way that only the undead can. Laura Caxton is out of her league on this case and more than a little afraid. Arkeley made it clear there is only one way out. The worst thing is the feeling that the vampires want more than just her blood. They want her for a reason, one she can’t guess; a reason her sphinxlike partner knows but won’t say; a reason she has to find out-or die trying.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307393607
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
The first book in the Laura Caxton Vampire series from the author of the Monster Island trilogy. All the official reports say that vampires are dead--extinct since the late ’80s, when FBI agent Arkeley defeated the last vampire in a fight that nearly killed him. But when state trooper Laura Caxton calls the FBI looking for help in the middle of the night, Arkeley is unsurprised to hear that it sounds like a vampire attack. He’s been expecting such a call to come eventually. Sure, it has been years since any signs of an attack, but Arkeley knows what most people don’t: there is one left. In an abandoned asylum she is rotting, plotting, and biding her time in a way that only the undead can. Laura Caxton is out of her league on this case and more than a little afraid. Arkeley made it clear there is only one way out. The worst thing is the feeling that the vampires want more than just her blood. They want her for a reason, one she can’t guess; a reason her sphinxlike partner knows but won’t say; a reason she has to find out-or die trying.