Afterimage [Paperback]

Jaye Roycraft (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2002

Second book in "Image" series.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Roycraft's (Rainscape) contemporary vampire romance combines Linda Lael Miller's romantic paranormals with Anne Rice's dark mythology. Jaded 500-year-old Aleck Dragovich (Drago), l'enforcier of the omniscient Paris-based Directorate, has prime responsibility for keeping order among the squabbling, ambitious vampire brotherhood. Now someone wants Drago's job, and beautiful Gypsy Marya Jaks, an aberrant (mortal, but with some vampire blood) whose life depends on Drago's whim and who foolishly falls in love with him, is a dangerous complication. Roycraft creates a unique world with original takes on clich‚d vampire lore. Her vampires, for example, stink of decay the younger the vampire the stronger its odor but only aberrants can detect it. Although not for everyone, vampire romance fiction has devoted fans, and this is a strong entrant into the field, with a good plot, sexy romantic hero, and high sensual quotient. Roycraft lives in Wisconsin. Jo Manning, Barry Univ. Lib., Miami Shores, FL
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About the Author

Jaye Roycraft, wasn't sure what she wanted to be when she grew up. A teacher? Not for long. A salesclerk? Not again! A computer systems analyst? Better! But that career, as good as it was, was a victim of a mid-life crisis. The answer? Start two new careers after the age of forty.Jaye became a big-city police officer at forty-one, shocking friends and family. But as challenging as that job was, something was missing in her life.

Throughout her various careers, one thing remained a constant3/4Jaye's love of books. Classics, mysteries, non-fiction3/4all had their time. Two genres stood out, though, science fiction and romance. When Jaye started her writing career, it seemed natural to combine her two favorites and write a futuristic romance. The result was Rainscape, her debut novel. Her first contemporary vampire romance, Double Image, is due out in July. Jaye is also the author of a romantic suspense, Aces, and has additional works in progress. So far, all Jaye's novels have cops or ex-cops as heroes or heroines. As satisfying as writing has become, she can't forget about her "other career."Jaye belongs to RWA and WisRWA. She is still a police officer, and lives in Wisconsin with her two dogs and two cats, half of which were rescued "on the Job."

Product Details

• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: ImaJinn Books (January 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1893896749
• ISBN-13: 978-1893896741
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,510,609 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vampire and Dhamphir in Love?, November 8, 2002

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Moe811 (New York USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Afterimage (Paperback)

Marya Jaks hates vampires. Her grandfather was one and her father was a vampire slayer killed by a vampire. Because she is part vampire, the Vampire Council, has reviewed her case every few years since she reached adulthood. So, with a potential death sentence over her head, Marya leads a rather lonely life, not wanting to get too involved with anyone. She hates the vampires even more for this, even though she doesn't have her father's need to kill any of them. The council sends L'Enforcier, Drago to give her her final evaluation. Drago, is tired of running errands and just to be contrary, grants her life. Marya is relieved and starts her life anew. Until another Enforcer arrives to tell her that Drago has reversed her decision. Furious and with nothing to lose, she sets out to kill Drago. The only problem is, Drago didn't reverse his decision, and has to keep her with him to protect he while he finds out who really gave the erroneous orders.

This was a fast moving novel, with almost no break in the action. I read it in one sitting.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just a review, March 9, 2003

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jenjaylynn (Tampa, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Afterimage (Paperback)

This book is very interresting. I would recommend the Image series to people who love: action, fighting, romance & suspense. Afterimage is about Drago, a vampire enforcer who must make sure that the other vampires obey the rules set forth by the Directorate (The vampire council.) Drago finds out that someone is trying to destroy him & that someone is named Marya Jaks. However, Marya is just a pawn used by Drago's real foe. Will Drago, now teamed up w/ Marya; discover who the real enemy is before it is too late & will his new teammate (Marya) give him something that he has been longing for, a companion.

Buy the book & find out. You WILL NOT be disappointed.

Sincerely,
JenJayLynn

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dark Romance, February 3, 2002

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Brenda Owen (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Afterimage (Paperback)

Marya Jaks is a danger to the Undead. And yet, Drago, the vampire enforcer, grants her life. Then someone, using his name, tries to reverse his order and Drago realizes that someone, besides Marya, wants him dead. He must find out who and why, and quickly, for both his and Marya's sakes.

After Image is a fast paced, rather dark tale of intrigue and betrayal, with one surprise twist after another. Ms. Roycraft's vampires are a bit more human than the traditional stereotypes but no less dangerous. Drago is not your typical hero as he is brooding, powerful and totally ruthless. Definitely not the knight in shining armor type. I was immediately enamored with him. Marya is a smart, gutsy woman who has a lot to deal with. The very real threat to her life and her growing feelings towards a being she had been brought up to hate.

I always enjoy a book I can get involved in. I was able to put this one down occasionnally, but just barely.