Novels by Anna Bell Ray

“How in the world are you going to just target those who won’t stand against us?” Devon asked after Angelica shared her plan with everyone else. “That just it; we send the message to everyone. Only those who don’t wish us harm can cross the barrier.” Angelica said as she picked at her breakfast. “There have to be others who are sick of hiding and tired of the bloodshed.” “The vampiric council has murdered so many there has to be others who are angry.” Devon stared at his hands thinking of Clair and the child he never held. The pain from the wound was still fresh after twenty years. “They will come.” “So how do I broadcast the message to everyone?” Angelica asked as she popped bacon into her mouth. “I don’t want to send it out to humans and out the fact that vampires and werewolves exist.” “They would have a heart attack if they discovered the truth that their trashy paperbacks are real.” Astra said as she chewed her own bacon. “I completely understand why you don’t like the series

“Can I speak to my daughter alone?” Shayla asked as she shoved her pockets. “Sure, I need to get some sleep anyway.” Astra said as she left the room. Shayla and angelica sat in the armchairs by the fireplace. They sat in silence for a moment before Angelica broke the silence. “I am so sorry for running away.” She said praying her mom wouldn’t be angry. “I had no idea Jack was an assassin.” “How could you have known I was so hell-bent on keeping all this from you.” Shayla said as she easied Angelica's worries. “I should have told you sooner. Astra was right, keeping you in the dark was unnecessary. If I had told you why I was so overprotective all this would have been avoided and we may have found your father sooner. I never listened to your needs and what you wanted. That was wrong of me; I should have listened to you both.” “I had the same dream for years. They started when I was fourteen. I thought everyone had those dreams. I

They held each other for a long time. It had been nearly two decades since they were together. Shayla assumed her love was dead but here he stood with their daughter. She broke their embrace to look her daughter over. “Are you okay?” Shalya asked as she held her arm's length away. “Nothing broken or missing?” “Mom I am fine it's you I am worried about.” Angelica said as she looked at the gash on her shoulder. It was slowly healing. “I will heal in no time but you; I have been worried about.” Shayla said as she cupped her daughter's face. “How did you escape?” Astrid asked as she handed her a glass of water. “Stephan is now the big boss. I played on his emotions and knocked the guard out who was taking me to him. Dumb ass.” Shayla said before emptying the glass. “You think he would get the hint that I will never want him.” “Well, he wormed his way up into the chain of command. He is such a tool.” Deon said as he ran his h

Stephan at in his office looking over papers he needed to sign, looking at the door every so often. After an hour had passed, he became frustrated and buzzed for his assistant to come in. She was a slim blonde with lags that could kill a man if she wished. Her lips and eyes screamed for him to kiss her, but her voice spoke the words ‘yes sir’ instead. “Did I not call for Shayla to be brought to me an hour ago?” Stephan asked, frustrated. “Yes, sir, I called the guard, and he said he was on his way.” She spoke, looking into his eyes. “Well, where is she?” I will call the guard and see what the hold-up is.” She said before going back to her desk. A moment later, she came back with his answer. “the guard on duty said his partner left with her an hour ago. I tried to contact his partner, but he did not answer.” “What?! We have a security breach. Find her! Call at the guards and have them search the compound.” Stephan ordered as he realized

ShaylaThe day passed, trapped in the room; she was sealed in by magic she could not break. She tried everything she could think of to break the seal; nothing worked. Her stomach began to make noises as she became aware of her hunger. The door's lock clicked before the door opened; a maid pushed a cart into the room."The Master has sent you some super, miss." She said as she removed the lid to the tray. "Beef stew with potatoes, and I have some soda." Before Shayla could say anything, the maid walked out of the room. The food called to her hungry stomach; she lost the battle of wills and ate the food. It didn't taste weird, so no poison or potions.She stared at the door, thinking of a way to get the door open without burning her hand. The shifter silver would burn her hand through any fabric she used. Her magic would not work; the seal on the room would prevent her from using her magic. The door would need to be opened from the other side. But how was she supp

*DAYS BEFORE*“Astra, she’s gone!” Shayla screamed as she ran downstairs.“What are you talking about?” Astra asked, confused.“She ran off with someone named Jack.”“Give me that.” Astra took the letter and balled it up and rolled it in her hand. Sparks began to fly as she pulled her hands apart. “Shit!”Shayla and Astra read the letter in shock. “I told you to tell her!” Astra said as she threw her hands in the air as if to say, ‘I told you so.’Shayla started to cry from frustration. “I didn’t think she was not ready to know. Her world would change, and she would never forgive me.”“Her world is already changing; she is not a baby anymore, Shy.” Astra said as she threw on her bag. “Now I have to go after her before he hurts her. Stay safe till I get back.”“Just make sure she is safe.&rdqu