(Previously published as part of The Mammoth Book of Vampire Romance. Now with exclusive excerpts and bonus material.)

A short story introducing readers to the Gardella Vampire Chronicles.

1820: Victoria Gardella tries to enjoy a ball with her new beau, Lord Rockley--but when bloodthirsty vampires come upon the scene, she must leave the fun in order to employ her stake along- side a grim Max Pesaro (vampire slayer) and the mysterious Sebastian Vioget. -- From Amazon.com Product Description