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

     Standing in front of the full-length mirror, Vivian marveled at her younger, tighter body. While Vivian was a warrior, her body always in great physical condition, she noticed slight changes from drinking the elixir. The effects of gravity over the years reversed, her breast sitting a little higher, fuller, her ass tighter, and her abs more defined. Vivian was starting to understand why Everett’s body was in such immaculate condition. 


     Walking out of the room, wearing a tight tank-top and jeans, the lace rubbing against her ass, reminding her with each step of what she was planning to do, even though she didn’t really need reminding. Just looking at Everett, the feeling she got, reminded her. 


     Everett was already on the balcony, a table set with food on each plate. Looking out over the hotel pool, Vivian could see the pyramids in the distance. It was a spectacular view. Even keeping a low profile was gorgeous. 


Chapter 40: A Chance