Two Ends of the Pen: VAMPIRE NIGHTLIFE Titles

The first book in the "Vampire Nightlife" series is THE SILVER CROSS. Scroll down the page for an excerpt and character interviews with Lacey and Damon.

Book blurb:
There are two things Boston detective Lacey Gardner knows about killing vampires. Slicing off a head or a hit directly to the heart are the only surefire ways to kill one. Silver is their Achilles heel. A vampire never wears silver.

When she meets bartender extraordinaire, Damon Harte, her heart does a quickstep for the dark hunky guy. She's learned the hard way that having a love interest in her line of work can be heart-wrenching. She's kept to herself for years, but something about Damon captivates her and draws her to him. When she learns Damon's devastating secret, she knows what she has to do: kill the man who has stolen her heart.

Buy links:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Cross-Vampire-Nightlife-Novel-ebook/dp/B009BW6PUW

Paperback:

https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Cross-Vampire-Nightlife-Novel/dp/1480054674

Reviewer Comments:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent, October 11, 2012
By Lisa A. Markson
"When tragedy happens it can put your life in a tailspin. That is exactly what happened to Lacey Gardner after the death of her sister. Lacey is a detective in the Fringe department which is the division of the police department that deals with things of the paranormal and the regular department doesn't want to deal with. Lacey is really good for this job with the mess of her life she is able to connect with her job on a level most couldn't. The controversy between Damon and Nic gives us a story that we are unable to put down from the first page to the very last page. I love how the authors gave the background to who and what Damon was and the history of the Silver Cross he wore and why. Thank you for such a intense and amazing story. I highly recommend if you like a paranormal romance that has you on the edge of your seat."

5.0 out of 5 stars Another "Read into the Night" gem, November 10, 2012
By mooselise "never bookless"
"I loved the action right from the beginning of the book. It definitely got me hooked, and then I met the heroine, Lacey & absolutely loved her. It's nice to see a main character who is a strong assertive female. This book has action, adventure, romance and rich, well developed characters. I will be waiting for the sequel, cause I know it's coming!"

5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal, October 23, 2012
By Amanda
"I loved this book! It had an awesome mix of mystery, action, and romance. Lacey was a fierce. strong-willed, lead female and I also really enjoyed getting to know her partners. Through them, you learned a little more about her too. Her and Damon had a great energy together and you could tell from the beginning that he wasn't like the other vampires, the ones that Lacey made a living getting rid of. I can't wait to read the next in this series and everything else from these authors!!"

5.0 out of 5 stars Exhilarating and Exciting, November 13, 2012
By Athena L Nagel "Athena L Nagel - The Stuff of...
"The Silver Cross was an excellent read. Not too slow at all - the pace was exhilarating and exciting. I read it in one (long) sitting. I found I just could not put it down. I needed to know what was going to happen next with Damon and Lacey - together or separately."

Fresh off suspension for insubordination, Lt Detective Lacey Gardner is eager to get back to killing vampires. Reeling from the shock that her lover and soul mate, Damon Harte, was the former vampire king in Boston, she did the only thing she could—she shot him—twice.

Now Boston is under siege by a brutal new vampire king, and it's all her fault. The new king has declared the city's citizens fair game. The streets run red with victims' blood and it's up to Lacey and her team to hunt down the rogue vampires and restore order. When Damon comes back to Boston offering to help, Lacey has a heart-wrenching decision to make. Will she open her heart to the man she loves or will she be forced to send him to his final death?

CHARACTER INTERVIEW WITH DAMON HARTE:

Q: How long have you owned your bar, The Phoenix?

A: I bought the place in 2000. It took a few years for it to catch on, but now it’s packed most days of the week and outrageous on the weekend. There’s something for everyone—cheap drinks, burgers and fries, pool tables and darts.

Q: You seem like you really enjoy the place?

A: I love being a bartender here. I’ve become friendly with many of the local patrons so it’s more of a family feel to the place. Plus, I try to hire local bands to play on the weekends so that brings in more family members.

Q: What do you do for fun?

A: When I’m not working, I try to hit the gym. Lifting weights certainly helps alleviate any stress I’m feeling. Running a successful business can be wearing at times, but I can’t think of anything else that I’d prefer to be doing.

Q: What’s your perfect woman look like?

A: I’ve always loved all kinds of women – don’t really have a particular type. That is, until I met Detective Lacey Gardner. Now that’s a perfect woman!

Q: What attributes do you like the most in Lacey?

A: First, let me say that Lacey is a beautiful, smart and sexy woman, but it’s more than just her physical attributes that I find so appealing. She’s has a strong and confident personality and that’s what I find the most attractive of all.

Q: So, is Lacey the one?

A: Well, I’ve only just met her. I can tell you that we enjoyed an amazing lunch date together. I actually didn’t want to let her leave, but we both had to get to work. Lacey certainly has stirred something inside me and I’m so looking forward to getting to know her better.

Q: Thanks for taking the time to chat Damon.

A: You’re most welcome. It was my pleasure, but I’ve got to get the bar ready to open up soon.

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CHARACTER INTERVIEW WITH LACEY GARDNER:

Q: What made you become a police officer?

A: Police work is in my family. Both my grandfather and father were Boston cops. I spent as much time down at the precinct with my dad as I did at our home growing up.

Q: Isn’t being a homicide detective stressful?

A: Yes, it can be, but my goal is to solve the crime as quickly as I can. Someone needs to speak for the dead and bring some closure for the families. That’s the hardest part—watching the families suffer, but it only makes me more determined to solve the case.

Q: You’re officially listed as a detective, but you’re really a vampire hunter. How did that come about?

A: It came about by accident. My sister was attacked by a vampire, and like most people, I didn’t realize that vampires even existed. I thought they were just stuff of legends. When Captain Jack McMahan offered me a position with the Fringe Division, the division that hunted these beasts, I jumped at the chance.

Q: You work with two male detectives. How is that?

A: Cole Henderson and Jackson Stout are two great guys. Cole is ex-military and Jackson is a former football player. If I had a choice for brothers, they would be perfect.

Q: Do you hang out with Cole and Jackson when you’re off-duty?

A: Yes, we’re all great friends as well as working together. As a side note, I am constantly beating those guys at a game of pool and it sets up a good rivalry. It’s also a great stress reliever and we all need that after a vampire nest take-down.

Q: You recently met Damon Harte at his bar. What did you think of him?

A: Ahh, how much time do you have? Damon is one tall, dark and handsome guy with a dangerous edge, just my type. I’m looking forward to spending some time with him and getting to know him better.

Q: Could Damon be the one?

A: That statement may be a bit premature, but I can tell you that Damon is an excellent kisser.

Q: Thanks for taking the time to chat with us, Detective.

A: It’s been my pleasure, but I’ve got to get back out on the streets again. You know, keeping them safe for the citizens of Boston.

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VAMPIRE NIGHTLIFE Titles