"If they're feral, we have a chance at running if I can land some shots," he added. "And if they're not?" His expression hardened. "Then we have a chance if I can kill them." - Emma Bailey is caught in between two worlds, but when war finally reaches her doorstep, she is faced with an impossible choice. Her existence is a delicate balance already, as she has to hide half of who she is while living in a human town. Being a rare halfling, she is plagued by the need for blood yet doesn't have any vampire abilities. With danger closing in from all sides, she must navigate a treacherous path where both vampires and their prospective hunters offer protection, but at a steep price. Emma's journey is a gripping tale of survival, loyalty, and self-discovery in a world where alliances are fleeting and betrayal is always lurking. - WARNING: This book is mature! Contains graphic depictions of violence, sexuality, strong language, and/or other mature themes. - Book #1 in The Hunted series - (Note) Word Count; 40,612 - Most Impressive Rankings: #4 in quickpace 11/6/24 #55 in Intense 8/3/2024 #61 in hunted 8/8/2024