A Light in the Dark

my husband for making everything possible, helping me reach my dream and just being my best friend,

those who supported, encouraged and helped and those who have read or will soon read this book.

The Story Behind The Story:
Welcome to the story that came out without a name. A Light in the Dark was my sixth submission, acceptance and contract that found a home as part of the Tarot Series.

Thought of in late 2004, it was written, submitted, accepted, contracted in November 2005, published in October 2006.

The story didn’t even have a name until after it was submitted. My publisher can tell you, I originally submitted it as ‘Unnamed’. Even the hero (author grumbling, “And let me tell you, he was! Tormentor!”) didn’t have a name until he revealed it… on the last page. He did live up to his title.

Story Meaning:
A White Wave shines on the The Lord of Darkness as he meets his match.

Story Introduction:
With his ability to negotiate as a concealed weapon, a warrior-mage cursed and gifted with the unique and powerful blood of dragons, the Lord of Darkness circles his prey in search of an opening. A priestess of unequalled power and a hidden secret, her mind her most powerful weapon, the Lady of Light discovers the shield around her heart isn’t impenetrable. Fate demands attention and causes a collision between Douglass and Vanora in more ways than one in a realm where shadow is deceptive and only the dark empowers the light.

The Hero:
Six foot four, a massive build and exiled for his birthright, Douglass is a warrior-mage with a dark tan complexion, obsidian eyes and shoulder blade length black hair.

The Heroine:
Five foot one, voluptuous and strong, Vanora is a priestess of fair complexion, silvery-white eyes flecked with opalescence and waist length platinum hair.

Special Mention:
Pete Willis for immeasurable patience, exquisite teaching, remarkable skill and extraordinary talent.
Melynda and Garrett for being the readers who endured all.

Sexual Warnings:
This book contains the following sexual activity:
M/F straight sex, M/F oral sex, M masturbation.

BLURB

Rare in her world, Vanora, the Lady of Light, finds peace among nature. When a man comes seeking help and asks her to join forces with a soul unlike any other, she finds herself faced with a confrontation she never expected and a challenge she stands to lose.

Uncontested in his domain, Douglass, the Lord of Darkness unexpectedly is faced with circumstances providing the opportunity to meet his greatest opposition and form an alliance, both from sources he has long desired to meet.

When destruction takes it toll, sometimes light needs the dark upon which to reveal the source.

TEASER EXCERPT

“My lady.” Douglass sidestepped, strode to the cave and plopped the visitor on the nearest bedroll. With a snap of his fingers, he appeared in the feisty royal tart’s path and seized her waist. His growl deep, he unceremoniously slung her over his shoulder with less regard than a miller showed a sack of flour. He lengthened his strides for the nearby lake. “Woman, you need taught some manners before someone other than me takes a disliking to you.”

Infuriated by his audacity, she pounded her fists on his broad muscular back. His virile scent assailed her nostrils. “Put me down this instant, you wretched foul brute!”

“You’re full of insults.” He popped her backside with his unoccupied hand. His strike possibly too hard, he debated an apologetic rub of the tender area.

Furious, Vanora clenched her teeth. “Don’t you ever do that again.”

His temptation vanquished, Douglass never broke his stride. “Have you run out of insults?”

She snapped, “I’m just getting warmed up, you horrid lout.”

He stopped at the lake’s edge. “Then I’ll cool you off the old-fashioned way.”

Vanora twisted and ascertained her location. “You wouldn’t. You can’t!”

Amused by the desperation in her voice, Douglass grinned. “I can and I will.” His toss of her effortless, he nodded as she landed in the chilly water and dusted off his hands. “Suits you well, I might add.”

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