Vix, an orphan/thief living in the pits of Belgrave, has only one rule. She does what she must in order to survive. In the miserable depths of the slums, there’s only one alternative. Death.

But it seems that this does not apply to everyone. 

Vix encounters Caine, a mysterious man murdered on two different occasions, on two different days. He cannot seem to stay dead. Desperate to understand his secrets, Vix follows after the beaten-down immortal. But there is another hunting for Caine as well--an undying assassin known as the Riverman who will stop at nothing to kill his target again and again, no matter how many times it takes. 

As the Riverman sets his sights on her, Vix is faced with her darkest fears. A world of dark magic and mysteries unveils itself before her--and through it all, death is always but a step behind. 

This work contains depictions of violence, suitable for ages 18+. 

Spiral Loop is created by Alexander Harrington, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Spiral Loop

After another long and wonderful moment, they broke apart. Vix was somewhat breathless. Caine was grinning from ear to ear. 


As one, they burst out laughing. Vix’s insides were dancing with giddy joy. Caine shared her feelings. She could not believe it; she wanted to sing it from the rooftops. 


Most importantly of all, he was alive. 


“I was so worried,” Vix said softly after the laughter had subsided. “I looked everywhere for you, Caine. I’m so sorry it took me so long to get here.” 


A shadow seemed to cross Caine’s face for a moment. Then it vanished. “Don’t apologize,” he said firmly. “Please, don't."


Vix leaned forward. “What did happen, Caine?” 


He told her. Vix listened in horror as he described what Eliah Sharpe had done to him – the barbaric pit fights and the cruel experiments. She cursed herself again. Whatever Caine might say, she might have been able to save him from such a horrible fate. If only she had been quicker. 


Chapter 50: A Peaceful Moment