Joleene Naylor is the author of the glitter-less Amaranthine vampire universe, a world where vampires aren't for children. Comprised of a main series, a standalone prequel, and several short story collections, she has plans to continue expanding with a trilogy and standalone novels. 
In her spare time, Joleene is a freelance book cover designer and for-fun photographer. She maintains several blogs, full of odd ramblings, and occasionally updates her website at JoleeneNaylor.com. In what little time is left, she watches anime, plays PokemonGo, and works on her crooked Victorian house in Villisca, Iowa. Between her husband, family, and pets, she is never lonely, in fact, quite the opposite. Should she disappear, one might look for her on a beach in Tahiti, sipping a tropical drink and wearing a disguise. 

Pulled into a world of darkness, Katelina's fate becomes intertwined with that of Jorick, a dark, enigmatic vampire. To stay by his side, she must navigate intrigue, terror and bloodshed as they are drawn from one battle to another. Dreams of peace seem elusive, and are complicated by mysterious vampires, old relics, and an ancient master. Join Katelina and Jorick in a world where vampires don't sparkle and night is eternal.

Amaranthine

Kale excused himself to answer the phone and Katelina jerked her head towards the door. Jorick didn't seem to get the hint, or if he did he ignored it. Though he relaxed into the couch, she had the sense that he was listening to Kale's conversation.


"No, everything's fine," the blonde said with a sideways glance to his guests. "How are things there?" He nodded and murmured his understanding. "Joseff, I want you to keep a close eye out. Do you remember Traven?" He paused for the answer. "We met him a few times, long ago. He spouts French and tried to out-dress Claudius." A pause. "Yes, that's the one. He's been to Oren's asking about us. He thinks the covens should meet."


Katelina poked Jorick in the ribs. "Let's go. I'm hungry."


Jorick caught her hand and squeezed it gently. "It would be rude to leave while our host is on the phone." Though he didn't say it, she felt that "Now be quiet" was coming next.


Chapter 160