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

Katelina jumped to her feet. Jorick tugged her back down. "They'll handle it."


The vampires in the front row scattered for the door, followed by the Lesser Council. "Bureaucrats who've grown soft," Jorick muttered.


Joseff dropped into a fighting stance and the guards started toward him, drawing weapons as they closed in.


Verchiel leapt to his feet. He disappeared then reappeared in front of Joseff. He spun the surprised vampire and snapped handcuffs around one wrist. Before he could get the other, Joseff ripped free and slashed with the stolen sword.


Verchiel dodged away. He lunged again for his attacker, and Joseff hopped backwards onto the dais. Calculations rippled over his face before he grabbed Celandine and pressed the point of the blade to her heart.


Verchiel drew to a stop, hands up, and Jamie skidded to a halt. "Stand down, prisoner."


"Or what?" Joseff demanded. "You're going to kill me anyway. At least now the mind reading bitch comes with me."


Chapter 519