Vivian lives her life in the shadows, hunting down and killing vampires. But when a vampire saves her life, she finds him making an offer that’s hard to refuse.  Accepting Everett’s offer means Vivian is putting a target on her back, one that he swears to protect with his life. Weighing her options, and her feelings, Vivian must decide if working with Everett is worth risking her life. 

Thrust into her decision by an ex-lover who tries to kill her, Vivian and Everett embark on a journey to save humanity. Vivian learns that Everett has more at stake than she thought - literally. Secrets collide, old alliances are broken, and an ultimate power is harnessed, as Everett and Vivian will have to decide if an ancient proficiency will save their lives or kill them both. 

In the Shadows is created by Ann Brooks, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

IN THE SHADOWS

     Everett released Vivian from his grip, stepping back into the shadows, leaning against the brick wall. “All the victims were found in their homes,” Everett explained. “A vampire would just kill them here, not worry about the mess.” Vivian already knew it wasn't a vampire, but she listened anyway to Everett's theory. “Nor did the victims' struggle.”


     “I have friends at the station. It gains me access to information not printed in the press,” he confessed. “This is a creature Vivian, not a vampire.”


     “What are you thinking?” Everett didn’t answer, just stared at Vivian as he casually leaned on the wall. 


     “Were you really going to come back?” He finally asked, his question taking Vivian off guard.


     “Why?” He shrugged. “It doesn’t matter now.”


     “Because, Everett, we can’t do this. The Society sent someone to my house. It’s too dangerous.”


Chapter 19: Woman in Disguise