Because he's a vampire, Jonathon Splinter needs to feed, hungry for blood. He seeks out young men along Lake Erie in the small town of Bitter. As Halloween approaches, Jonathon devises a plan for his next hunt with the help of his mortal lover and personal assistant, Toby Kinks.<br><br>Life grows bitter for Jonathon, though. Someone discovered his true identity and witnessed one of his bloody hunts where he not only fed but also murdered the man. Now Jonathon is being blackmailed.<br><br>With Toby’s help, Jonathon seeks out the blackmailer, and the two devise a plan in which Jonathon will hunt and feed on the man. But on the evening of the planned murder, Jonathon Splinter's bloody life will change forever.

Blood on My Hands

“On your second day in Hungary, along Lake Balaton, just before the sun set, you became acquainted with Lord Byron Zalavar. Igor and you had a drink with him at what we would call a bar these days. The drink tasted like honey. Something alcoholic. Lord Zalavar insisted the two of you retire in his castle, which overlooked the majestic and haunting lake; one of the most spectacular views in all of Hungary. The two of you foolishly agreed to the plan. Lord Zalavar told you he had available rooms in his castle for you and your traveling companion.


Chapter 5