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

Sorino and Kai took their turn. She shook the teen's hand, then steeled herself as Sorino pressed a dry kiss to her cheek. "Best wishes are in order, it appears. Kai."


The teen held out a small paper wrapped box with a bow.


Katelina looked to Jorick, who shrugged. When Kai inched the present closer, she took it. "Thank you."


She tugged at the ribbon, but Sorino laid a hand on hers. "Tut, tut. Don't waste your guest's time on such frivolities. Open it later." His smirk turned smug, as he stepped back. He shook Jorick's hand stiffly.


Kai cocked his head to one side, as if studying her. "Master's quest is now revealed, though in the end the joke meant more than the prize." He bobbed and hurried after Sorino.


Katelina blinked. When Micah stepped in front of her, she shoved the package off on Jorick.


After Micah was Ark, who stiffly offered his best wishes, then Jamie. He kissed her hand politely, and teased, "You may have a time keeping Jorick in check. He can be difficult."


Chapter 680