Welcome to Snippet Sunday. Since it's is creeping closer to Halloween, I thought I'd changes things up a bit. This is a snippet from my Halloween short story from the Myths, Legends, and Midnight Kisses Collection.
Enjoy a snippet from Abraham's UN-DEAD . Feedback is always appreciated.
Last week's snippet of Abraham's UN-DEAD #2.
Snippet: This is from Chapter Two where Adryanna and Bram (vampires), decide to help an ailing lad (7 year old, Abraham) with a few drops of their vampire blood. We're jumping ahead a few paragraphs. This is Bram's POV and he is speaking first.
The year is 1854, Dublin, Ireland.
*The excerpt may have been modified to fit the 10 sentence limit. 
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"A small taste, my lad, and your health will improve with each passing day. Of this, I promise."
Some vampyre septs' bloodlines proved detrimental to a human. One sip and the human would not escape changing into a vampyre, but the Oich Sith sept of which Adryanna and himself belonged, drinking small amounts of their blood could heal wounds and ailments in a human. It did not change them into a blood-drinker. That involved bringing the person near death before reviving them again with blood. The process was dangerous and more involved and if the timing was wrong, it proved fatal. However, no such process would take place tonight. Young Abraham's health would benefit from what Bram offered and not more.
Young Abraham's gaze shifted to Adryanna, apprehension marring his features, and Bram did not need to glance at her to know she encouraged the child with a smile and a nod of her head.
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About the Book:
Myths, Legends, and Midnight Kisses, 2015 Collection from VTP
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Blurb:
Five complete sweet to sensual romances from five multi-talented authors in settings that are sure to warm the heart. There's a story for everyone from historical to contemporary. Let the magic of myths and legends sweep you away to where dreams of midnight kisses spark an unforgettable romance.
My story is: Abraham's UN-DEAD by Karen Michelle Nutt
Adryanna and Bram Graystone encounter the Cantwells, another vampyre couple, who question their motives when their actions spark a legend about angels and miracles. It all began when they saved Abraham, a young lad, who would later become the author of the UN-DEAD.
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Fascinating detail about the different vampire sects. Refreshing to read about good vampire intentions as well… they’re only human 😉
Chelle,
So glad you like the snippet.
This was an appropriate read for a Halloween evening!
Ed,
Personally, I think vampire tales are great all year round. lol Just saying…
Intriguing, Karen. I like the information. The introduction of it was smooth. And I’m curious if this help they’re giving a human child will save him–that he will one day become a vampire too. Good post!
No wewriwa for me this week. Too much going on. 🙂
Teresa,
Thanks so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to stop by. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed the snippet.
like the background information here.
Iris,
So glad you enjoyed the tidbit.
Always something new and fascinating. You are wonderful, Karen.
Charmaine,
Thanks so much, Charmaine. 🙂
Poor little guy. Sounds like he’s heard the tales of the more dangerous blood.
PT,
He’s a brave soul. Don’t worry overmuch. 🙂
Love the last sentence – how Bram doesn’t need to look at her. Great snippet!
Frank,
Bram knows her so well. 🙂
Sounds like everyone benefits. Good snippet, Karen. 🙂
Siobhan,
It’s Adryanna and Bram’s hope for Young Abraham to benefit the most. 🙂
Such an unusual take on vampires but it’s going to benefit the young boy. Really enjoying the story, great snippet!
Veronica,
Thanks so much.
Nicely done for Halloween. These vampires don’t seem like the traditional types.
Elaine,
Glad you enjoyed the snippet.
Different kinds of blood–intriguing. Still, I get why the kid is scared!
Caitlin,
Glad you’re intrigued. 🙂
Definitely intriguing background!
Thank you.
Interesting detail about the turning and health benefits. It seems Bram and Adyranna know each other quite well based on those last sentences, makes me wonder how long they have really known each other. I mean, they are vampyres, they have been alive a long time…haven’t they? Maybe?
They’ve known each other for a very long time.
Wait a minute… are they Bram and Adryanna from your other novel? If that’s the case I guess the child is in good hands.
Linda,
Yes, they are from Twilight’s Eternal Embrace. This is centuries later. 🙂
I love your take on how humans can be turned. Great insight in this snippet.