The Directress Nikolena needs a spy. An illegal secret society of vampires has sprung up in Baton Rouge and is creating a small army of half-human, half-vampire creatures. Led by Vangeline, this society is a threat not only to the human world, but the hierarchy as well. Nikolena's past enforcier fell victim to l'amour. Needing someone immune to feminine wiles, she turns to her favorite new enforcer, whose motto is "no one goes Scott-free."
Revelin Scott is normally pretty easy-going. Even the snide comments of his coworkers that he's nothing but Nikolena's "new dog" don't faze the new enforcier. But when Rev is instructed to dye his hair, change his name, and go undercover, he fears the worst. When he's saddled with a young woman whose brother was one of Vangeline's victims, Rev knows the case will be bad. Denice Geron has information he'll need to infiltrate the society, but her disrespect and defiance test his patience to the limit.
She helps him gain access to the société, but Vangeline is more powerful than anyone imagined, and even Rev is drawn into her web of seduction. Denice is his only salvation, but it would mean her death to help him now. A few weeks ago the decision for both would have been easy. Now nothing is easy, no one is to be trusted, and there's no going back.
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Reviews for IMMORTAL IMAGE:
"In addition to containing wonderful characters, IMMORTAL IMAGE is a rollicking good story, the kind that sucks you in and won't let you go until you turn the last page. Warning: Don't start IMMORTAL IMAGE late at night. If you're like me, you'll keep reading until dawn...Memorable characters and a fast-paced story make IMMORTAL IMAGE a true keeper. I give it my highest recommendation."~Carrie S. Masek, ScribesWorld Reviews, "5 Stars, Reviewers Choice"
"AfterImage and Immortal Image by Jaye Roycraft are two novels in an eminently readable vampire Universe . These books are a prime example of reconstructing the vampire myth to map the spirit's quest for the meaning of life in the 21st century. These novels are essentially romances with a main character who is a vampire...In Immortal Image, the main character is a vampire Enforcer, Revelin Scott, who was a minor character in AfterImage. A human woman whose brother has been sucked into a vampire-run cult surrounding a Vooduin Queen demands justice from the vampire Enforcers. Scott goes under cover into the cult. Together they must fight their way out of the trap and deliver justice. Neither romance is routine or predictable. It is clear what each of these characters sees in the other. These are not so much "romances" - where there seems to be no reason for how the characters feel - as "love stories" where it is quite clear that these couples belong together."~Jacqueline Lichtenberg, Sime~Gen
"Jaye Roycraft has emerged as a more than worthy successor to the vampiric works of Linda Lael Miller, Christine Feehan and Shannon Drake. She has crafted a smart and sexy thriller that combines many genres in one: romance, horror, espionage and adventure. Her characters are engaging and her historical facts well-researched and intricately woven into the fabric of her storytelling. Her vampire society is complex and peopled with creatures of many layers and a seemingly infinite amount of "images". One of IMMORTAL IMAGE's most prominent strengths lies in its ability to satisfy readers of many different persuasions. Whether it be vampiric romance, old-fashioned woman-in-danger, or cutting-edge thriller, there is something for everyone offered here. Cutting edge vampiric romance has never been so dangerous. And one thing is for certain: once you've delved into IMMORTAL IMAGE, you won't be able to come away entirely 'Scott-free.'"~
Karen Koehler, Author of Slayer
"This talented author has the skill that makes her readers want to come back for more. Once you experience any of her novels, you just have to know what is next. Fans of this series will once again be astonished at finding another award winning novel that makes up a very intriguing series. Jaye Roycraft has definitely proven herself as the Enchantress of the paranormal gene."~Susie Housley, MyShelf.com
"IMMORTAL IMAGE is the newest release in the IMAGE series that Jaye Roycraft has so deftly written for the last few years. We have met Revelin Scott in previous "Image" titles, and now it's time for him to shine with his own story. He has his own distinct personality that sets him apart from other romance heroes; and his cockiness, charm and decades of experience come through to the reader so that you know that he is a special character. When we first meet the protagonists, they are wearing masks. Revelin is disguised as Sean Ardwolf and Denice isn't as she normally appears (or how she would like to appear). By the end of the story, Revelin and Denice have shed their masks and bared their souls to one another, creating a wonderful and satisfactory ending. The large cast of supporting characters, each with a specific purpose in the story, brings depth to the fast paced storyline...Ms. Roycraft has consistently brought her readers stories filled with mystery, romance and a world where vampires live among humans. IMMORTAL IMAGE holds true to this. While IMMORTAL IMAGE is a stand-alone, I highly recommend reading all of the IMAGE series…these are books you don't want to miss!"~Thea Candee, The Romance Readers Connection
"Author Jaye Roycraft has once again drawn readers into the world of her vampires in IMMORTAL IMAGE. With her strong characters, and exciting storyline, IMMORTAL IMAGE is not one to be missed."~Robin Peek, The Word on Romance
"This was a fascinating entrée into the world of Ms. Roycraft's vampires, for this reviewer. It is not the first book in the series, but stands alone and gives a good story for the reader. The characters are compelling and seductive, grabbing hold from page one, and captivating a reader through to the end. The plot is skillfully rendered, thickening throughout, enough to keep one waiting breathlessly for whatever will happen next. A couple plot twists are thrown in enhancing the story and adding to the suspense. Ms. Roycraft has much talent for writing, knowing just when to ease up and when to tighten her hold on her characters and stories. She also knows just the right elements of detail to use in her painting of the landscape of her world, giving a clear picture of her elements, so the reader can visualize what is happening. This may have been the first one of her books to be read by this reviewer, but it won't be the last. This book leaves one eager for more, wanting to rush out and buy more books from this vampire world. Happy reading; this one is sure to not disappoint."~Kelley Hartsell, Love Romances
SHADOW IMAGE
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ISBN: 978-1-893896-78-9
Genre: Contemporary Vampire Romance
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Welcome to the idyllic lakefront town of Shadow Bay, where expectation and reality are shores apart. A young woman comes to escape the pressures of the big city, and a very old creature comes to ease himself back into the world of the living...and neither finds what they imagined they would.
Shelby Cort has had enough of working for a big-city police department. Ricard De Chaux, the notorious le docteur la mort and ex-Paramount for the Undead in France, has been escaping for years and now reluctantly works his way back into human society. They meet in Shadow Bay, Michigan--Shelby as Sheriff and Ric as the new county medical examiner.
When dead bodies start to pop up in unlikely places and the killings go unsolved, Shelby comes under attack from town officials, the media, and her own co-workers. She finds an ally in the new ME, both grateful for his support and drawn by his exotic good looks.
But what Shelby doesn't know is that the killer isn't human. What she also doesn't know is that the cool, collected Dr. De Chaux is by night Doctor Death, the new Overlord of the local Undead, whose top priority is to protect his new charges. Doctor Death hides one piece of evidence after another from the Sheriff, as all the while Ric fills Shelby's off-duty time with passion.
When the killer goes after Shelby and all Ric's secrets are on the line, where will his allegiance fall?
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Reviews for SHADOW IMAGE:
"Wow, Ms. Roycraft, how do you do it? I simply devoured this book. The characters are among the strongest that I've ever met, the action, fast and furious, and Ric is to die for. Absolutely gorgeous, virile, gentle when necessary, but strong, both physically and emotionally, when called for. Shelby is strong minded and quite innovative, for a human. She has a few unexpected tricks up her sleeve, but they pale in comparison to Ric's special "touch" and Tux's "fire". The resolution of the entire problem was something quite unexpected. I thought, after DOUBLE IMAGE and AFTERIMAGE, that Ms. Roycraft had done it all. Boy, was I wrong. I planned to read this book in "chunks" and then found that I couldn't put it down or get it out of my mind. I had to keep reading "just one more page." And now to find that there's to be another one... How do you improve on perfection? But don't let that thought slow you down, Ms. Roycraft. Keep writing and we'll keep reading and smiling. Now I look forward to reading (devouring) your next offering, IMMORTAL IMAGE."~Irene Marshall, Escape to Romance
"The story line is mysterious, involved and well done, and her characters are so realistic that you remember them months after finishing the story. AFTERIMAGE still sticks in my mind, and I have a sneaking suspicion that SHADOW IMAGE will follow in it's footsteps and become one of my top picks for 2002!"~Thea Candee, The Romance Readers Connection
"I've been a long time fan of vampire fiction beginning with the original Bram
Stoker's Dracula, which I read more years ago than I'm willing to admit.
My love of vampire lore has carried over into my love of romance novels, and
the two combined make up one of my favorite reading genres. With all the
vampire romances I've read, you would think they would start to become common
place, but there is nothing at all usual or common about Ms. Roycraft's
vampires...SHADOW IMAGE works for me on every level, from thriller to horror to romance..."~Terrie Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today
"Ms Roycraft has yet another winner on her hands with the latest installment of her "Image" series. No need to compare her writing style to anyone else, for she is definitely in a class by herself. You will be riveted from the first page to the last, and if you are like me, will find it hard to put down. Well written characters that demand your complete and total attention. This is a series not to be missed. Shadow Image will be added to "My Keeper Self" as well, and I will be eagerly awaiting the next in the series."~Charlene Smith, Sime~Gen
"Ms. Roycraft has written a book full of suspense, mystery, strong sensual tension, and a fascinating world of the vampire that is unlike any other. Shelby is a strong heroine, and Ric is as charismatic as he is dangerous. This reader eagerly looks forward to the fourth book, IMMORTAL IMAGE, due out in 2003. A recommend to fans of the vampire genre, and a note that even though the books are series, they can be read out of order."~Robin Peek, Loves Romances
AFTERIMAGE
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ISBN: 978-1-893896-74-1
Genre: Contemporary Vampire Romance
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Alek Dragovich, l' enforcier, is feeling the weight of his years and has yet to find the elusive affaire d' amour that would lighten his burden. Nothing, but nothing, is going well.
His position in the Directorate is in jeopardy, and even his mentor Nikolena is threatening to remove her support if Drago doesn't stop employing his unorthodox methods of resolving his cases. Nikolena gives Drago one last chance to redeem himself when she learns that a high-ranking member of the Brotherhood is using forbidden methods to ascend the hierarchy. Drago's job is to locate and eliminate Nikolena's suspect. Still, Drago has little interest in Nikolena's schemes until this one becomes personal. When someone tries to kill him…that's personal.
That "someone" is Gypsy Marya Jaks, daughter of a dhampir. Dhampirs are famous among the Roma for their ability to detect vampires, thereby making them perfect vampire killers. When Marya learns that Drago has deemed her a threat to the vampire community and ordered her termination, she strikes back.
Drago, the hunter, has become the hunted, but who truly wants him dead? Drago resolves to keep Marya alive until he can learn the truth, and he must summon the strength of will to elevate himself from pawn to player in the deadliest of games.
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Reviews for AFTERIMAGE:
"Who needs Anne Rice when you have Jaye Roycraft. She is fresh original and has a hunk for a hero.Afterimage is perfect in evey way, something few books are."~Harriet Klausner, The Midwest Book Review
"AFTERIMAGE was a revelation for this reader. Having read paranormal and time-travel romances almost exclusively for the last eight to ten years, I didn't think there was much more to learn about vampires. This author has other ideas and opens up totally new avenues of thought for the reader. Ms. Roycraft has a very definite gift for grabbing the reader "by the throat", and holding on through the entire book. From the first paragraph, I was trapped, by both the plot and the characters. The plot was fast moving and the characters some of the most believable I've encountered. This is the first book that I've read by Ms. Roycraft but certainly not the last. Read it for yourself - you won't be disappointed."~Irene Marshall, Escape to Romance
"Jaye Roycraft has created a unique and fascinating vampire world. Many of the well known legends and myths about the creatures of the night are employed in her story, but she's taken the vampire myth and made it her own. AFTERIMAGE, the second book in this series is a phenomenal blend of myth, magic, mystery, suspense, with a touch of romance to round out the story. Drago is a captivating character, dark, brooding and filled with ennui -- he makes an intriguing hero...
AFTERIMAGE will capture the reader's attention from the first page with its vivid narrative, compelling characters and exquisitely paced and plotted story. While AFTERIMAGE is a vampire romance, the vampire aspect is less important than the author's ability to create characters the reader comes to know and care about. If you enjoy a compelling mystery or suspense, and you enjoy spending time with heroes of the undead sort, you are going to love AFTERIMAGE. I highly recommend AFTERIMAGE for fans of the paranormal, and to mystery fans as well."~Terrie Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today
"Jaye Roycraft's books have done much to dispel the Hollywood myth
surrounding vampires. She has vampires who walk around during the day and
vampires who don't act like vampires. I have not only enjoyed her main
characters but her secondary characters just beg for their own stories. I
hope to see many more books in this fascinating series."~Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews
"Jaye Roycraft writes with bone chilling hypnotic words that ultimately
demand the reader's full attention."~Suzie Housley, MyShelf.com
"Ms. Roycraft infuses this story will clever plotting, snappy dialogue. I
genuinely cared about Drago and Marya. What a thrill ride! This novel is
certainly on par with the enormously popular and exciting Anita Blake
vampire series written by Laurell K. Hamilton. And that is, perhaps, the
finest compliment I can pay Ms. Roycraft."~Traci Bell,The Road to Romance
"Ms Roycraft is a very talented author who continues to amaze and entertain with her Image series. Her stories have a distinguishing touch, not the typical horror vampire tale, but one that combines romance, and intrigue. In Double Image the reader only gets a glimpse of Drago l'enforcier, so I was really happy to read his story. I read it in one sitting because I found it hard to put down… not that I tried to. I highly recommend reading "AfterImage" and look forward to future books in this series."~Charlene Smith, Sime~Gen "5 Stars"
DOUBLE IMAGE
ImaJinn Books, Available Now
ISBN: 978-1-893896-66-6
Genre: Contemporary Vampire Romance
Price: $13.75
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