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Hello, connoisseurs of the night and epicurean adventurers!

Today, I'm stirring the pot on something quite out of the coffin—er, kitchen. My latest gastronomical voyage, "The Vampire's Cookbook: Volume I," is a cheeky, blood-infused journey into the kitchens of the immortal and well-traveled. Ever wondered what a vampire might nibble on after growing weary of the same old A-positive? Well, sharpen your fangs, my friends, for this is not your typical garlic-free affair.

With a cape flourish and a dash of humor, I whisk you away to the world's most fascinating culinary hotspots alongside our charismatic vampire chef, Lucien Bellerose. This toothsome tome is packed with recipes that give 'farm to table' a whole new meaning—think 'vein to vessel'. Join us as we transcend mere sustenance to savor a smorgasbord of cultural delicacies, all while keeping things light-hearted enough not to wake the dead (though they might join us for a bite if they could).

So, don your most elegant apron, light the candles (for ambiance, of course), and prepare to sauté, simmer, and sip your way through a menu that's truly to die for. As we flip through the pages of blood orange risottos and stake-less tartares, remember: it's all in good fun. No mortals were harmed in the making of this book—though I can't speak for the onions.

See you at midnight,
Samuel DenHartog

Greetings, night wanderers and culinary trailblazers!

It’s time to once again don your darkest aprons and light the candles for an enchanting journey through the moonlit paths of global cuisine with "The Vampire's Cookbook: Volume II." If you thought our first foray with Lucien Bellerose, the vampire chef with a penchant for the sanguine, was a feast for the senses, prepare to be bewitched by the even richer flavors and even more tantalizing tales we've brewed up in this sequel.

As Lucien continues his eternal quest for the ultimate dining experience, we venture from the fog-covered alleyways of London to the bustling markets of Jakarta, uncovering the secrets behind dishes that blend the traditional with a touch of blood. His culinary voyage is a testament to the unifying power of food, crossing borders and cultures, and infusing each recipe with the exotic essence of vampiric lore.

So, whether you're a connoisseur of the cryptic or simply a foodie in search of your next culinary adventure, this book invites you to explore the flavors of the world through the eyes of the immortal. I’ve mixed a little humor, a pinch of horror, a lot of lust, and a generous pour of gastronomic genius to create a collection that's bound to become a staple in the kitchens of the adventurous.

Join Lucien as he dices, simmers, and serves a banquet that bridges the gap between the living and the eternal. Remember, in Lucien's kitchen, the night is always young, passion is always in the air, and the flavors are immortal. No garlic? No problem. We're here to show you that the world of culinary wonders is vast, vibrant, and sometimes vampiric.

See you in the kitchen,
Samuel DenHartog

London is loud with music this Season, and the ballrooms feel like living creatures, warm with breath and rumor. At the center of the crush moves a widow in crimson who never eats in public and never wastes a word. Around her, a circle of glittering names trades sapphires for silence, then laughs about the cost over ices and compliments. I wanted a story where a single waltz could change the air in a room and a mask could be both costume and confession.

The romance carries heat and patience at once. Lord Adrian Whitcombe is not a rake in need of reform but a man who already knows the weight of honor in a city that forgets it by morning. He sees danger and still offers his hand. Their courtship plays out under chandeliers, on frost-bright terraces, and in a carriage where a vow tastes sweeter than wine. Each scene puts manners and desire in the same room and asks which will win.

Danger grows alongside the music. A stolen necklace becomes a thread that leads through routs, ridottos, and finally to a snowbound house party where guests are trapped with their own secrets. Iron burns, silver bites, and the night has more rules than the hostess’s card. I loved writing those candlelit corridors where truth has to reach for proof before dawn, and where justice can wear a gown and still carry a blade.

The world of "Masquerade at Midnight" belongs to gaslight and gossip, to affection that is both tender and fierce, and to a heroine who hunts evil without giving up the right to love. If you like your historical romance with high society sparkle and a heartbeat that quickens after midnight, this is your invitation. Will a waltz be enough to turn curiosity into devotion, and can a secret survive the light of morning without losing the people it protects?