Total pages in book: 58
Estimated words: 54305 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 272(@200wpm)___ 217(@250wpm)___ 181(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 54305 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 272(@200wpm)___ 217(@250wpm)___ 181(@300wpm)
“Definitely.” Gideon stole a kiss and grinned at him. “Do you want to see something really unfair?”
Twisting in Ryder’s lap, Gideon threw out his left hand toward the open space in the living room, and the air was filled with golden sparkles like glitter was raining from the ceiling.
“What the…” Ryder breathed. His eyes were wide, and he looked utterly mesmerized by the display.
“That’s it. I can create sparkles,” Gideon said, so completely unimpressed with his gift.
“I’ve seen that some nights where you’re dancing, but I always thought it was something Rafe rigged up. I didn’t know that was you.”
Gideon cuddled close, his cheek pressed to Ryder’s as he stared at the sparkles as they dimmed. “I use it when I’m in a great mood or if the crowd vibe is amazing. I’ve also used it as a distraction to get away from evil people, but that was a long time ago. Thanks to you and Rafe and Lola, my sparkles are for fun now.”
“They are the perfect power for you,” Ryder murmured. His arms wrapped around him tightly. “You bring light and beauty to the world with your smile.”
Gideon giggled. “And with my sparkles.”
I’ve got a surprise.
More vampires are coming!
Yes, I am working on a spin-off of the Lords of Discord called the Kings of Chaos. This is a new vampire clan that is coming into the Variks’ territory to find a clan member who was stolen from them.
They will be a very tight-knit found family, bringing their own brand of bickering and brotherly devotion.
The first book - Two Thousand Dreams - is up for pre-order. Right now it is slated for November release, but I’m hoping to move it up to the beginning of fall. Lock in your copy now and don’t miss a second of the action and romance!
The Varik Family History
Mother – Julianna (born Julie) Varik
Biological father – Harrison Thatcher
Vampire father – Aiden
First son – Marcus Varik – piano – name means hammer or warrior
Twin #1 – Rafe Varik – violin – name means shield wolf
Twin #2 – Beltran (Bel) Varik – cello – name means bright raven
Youngest son – Winter Varik – guitar – name means winter
THE BEGINNING…
Julianna Varik was a world-renowned opera singer. She was said to have a voice that could make God himself weep. She was also an exquisite beauty, highly sought after in London high society. A party or dinner was not a true event unless Julianna Varik made an appearance.
Despite being an accomplished singer, musician, and being fluent in five languages, she was well aware that she was not part of high society. She was a cherished pet or toy. As long as she could delight and entertain, she knew they would keep her a part of their lives.
She avoided taking lovers to protect her image, but she fell in love with Harrison Thatcher, the second son of a duke. He kept her in great style in an expensive London town house with servants and a generous yearly allowance.
Fearing he wouldn’t marry her as promised, she started saving large portions of her allowance early on, sure he would one day leave her.
With the birth of Marcus, Harrison was very excited and close. He was heavily involved in the raising of his first son. But he could not offer her marriage yet. Not until his older brother had his first son.
Shortly after the birth of the twins, Harrison’s brother was killed in a riding accident with no heir. Julianna knew they would never marry, but Harrison continued to support her in great style as his mistress. He loved both her and their sons greatly.
When she was pregnant with her last son, Harrison married another woman from a good family. Winter was born two months early in the middle of a particularly bad winter. No one expected him to survive.
A year after Winter’s birth, Harrison’s wife produced his first son. Three years later, she gave birth to his first daughter and demanded he finally put aside his mistress. Julianna and Harrison had been together for thirteen years.
Julianna was heartbroken but not surprised. She and her boys moved to a smaller but lovely town house. She was still performing and had many investments—all of which provided a wonderful income. The family was able to live comfortably. When Julianna was not performing, she was focused on the education of her sons.
Three years later, Julianna met a strange but beguiling man named Lord Aiden Martin. They fell in love. He proved to be a generous but secretive lover. He accepted and cared for her sons.
After two short years together, Julianna became deathly ill. No doctor could save her. Aiden moved her and her sons into his elegant estate just outside of London, promising to care for them all. Aiden was heartbroken that he couldn’t save her, so he turned her into a vampire.