BLACKWOOD

Life as a vampire does not suit every bride of the Count, with them succumbing to the sun. Yet, the news of the current Countess's death is met with celebration. For the ladies of Solvswich, it is their opportunity to prove their worth to become Count Dwight Blackwood's new Countess, but first they must face the Contender Ceremony.

Those that have a musical ability are invited, however, there is one which is disqualified - violinists.

When her sister falls victim to a Deliriyen; a shapeshifting soul eater, violinist Viviana Wessex is determined to find a way into the Ceremony, for Blackwood Manor holds the answers to what happened.

As she is surprisingly accepted by the Count himself, Viviana's quest for answers takes her to the sounds behind the walls. To the man locked in the castle dungeons and soon Viviana finds her quest and his are connected. But can she trust his story?

Elroy Chambers has been locked away for a crime he claims he did not commit and when he sees a perfect opportunity to escape arise, he will not waste time in taking it, if he is to ever clear his name.