Her orchid collection has outgrown her office and spilled over into the rest of her house (much to her children’s dismay), but that hasn’t stopped her from adding to her collection or from resuscitating any unhappy ones she finds. Her passion for yarn has resulted in an overflowing stash and more projects than she’ll probably finish in a lifetime, but that has yet to stop her from buying more.

The rich history and culture of France, the flavors and scents of India, and the sunrise over Machu Picchu in particular have left indelible impressions and show up regularly in her writing. She has explored 45 states and 13 countries. Read moreĪriel Tachna is a polyglot linguaphile with a passion for travel, yarn, orchids, and romance. This second edition received minor revision and proofing for re-release in honor of the publication of Partnership Reborn, the final book in the series. Clair, meet in Paris, and the fate of the world hangs in the balance of their decision: Will the vampires join the cause and form a partnership with the wizards to win the war? One desperate man, Alain Magnier, and one bitter, disillusioned vampire, Orlando St.

In a dangerous move and show of good will, the wizards ask the leader of the vampires to meet with them, so that they might plead their cause. But as the war intensifies, the wizards know they need an advantage to turn the tide in their favor: the strength and edge the vampires can give them in the battle against the dark wizards who seek to destroy life as they know it. In a world rocked by magical war, vampires are seen by many as less than human, as the stereotypical creatures of the night who prey on others. Can a desperate wizard and a bitter, disillusioned vampire find a way to build the partnership that could save their world?

Crossroads in Blood by Ariel Tachna