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Just saw the post and I’m really excited, what a rare chance to connect directly with Jade Christy! I haven’t started reading Vampire Island of Nightfall yet, but the premise already has me hooked. A living island, forbidden romance, a burned-out nurse thrown into a hidden vampire world? That’s such a fresh twist on the romantasy genre.
I love how the island itself seems to be a character, alive, watching, reacting. It makes me wonder: is it guiding Mia and Jude’s connection, or manipulating it? And how much of Nightfall’s rules are about survival, versus control?
Can’t wait to dive in and hear from Jade about what inspired the island’s sentience and how she balances emotional intimacy with supernatural stakes.
Hey Mason,
I thought you’d started reading the book. I began yesterday, and it’s been so interesting, I can’t put it down. I keep finding myself flipping through the pages again and again.
Okay WOW that opening storm scene?! I was NOT expecting it to get that dark that fast 😳 Those vampires do NOT mess around
Right?! I thought it was going to be a slow build but nope, immediate chaos. That witch Mara giving me major "don't trust beautiful strangers" energy
Exactly! That part stood out to me too, the way she just creates the storm like it's nothing? I thought I was the only one who noticed how casual she was about it!
As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul
Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"
Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who else has been there?
Sarah wrote: "Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"
Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who..."
Literally me with my last relationship. Jade Christy really nailed that quiet grief
Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately
Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately.
Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"
I mean... same though? After the year she's had? Sign me up for that yacht
The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?
LOL Sarah😂 you are still up. I loved that detail about her bringing just one map. Felt like foreshadowing but in a subtle way
Sarah wrote: "The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?"
"Maps tell the truth, not the easy truth, the hidden one", I'm writing that down
Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅
Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅"
I noticed that too! I think the prologue is technically chapter one, so Mia's story starts at chapter two? Either way, the structure worked for me
The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone
Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"
Agree! I went from terrified to depressed to cautiously hopeful in like 20 pages
Mary wrote: "Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"
Agree! I went from terrified to depressed to..."
Thanks Mary! It's all about emotion, isn't it!
Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"
Thanks Alexander... that was the aim. Move your emotions and the tone! I appreciate the comment.
Sarah wrote: "The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?"
Hi Sarah. That's what I was going for! Glad it came through! Jade
Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"
LOL. I had a great friend named Dario who was like this. I modeled Axel after him! Jade
Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"
Hi Sophie. I'm so sorry about burnout, and glad Mia's ache came through. My sister-in-law and several friends are nurses, and shared their feelings with me. I wanted to bring that out in Mia. Jade
Maeve wrote: "Okay WOW that opening storm scene?! I was NOT expecting it to get that dark that fast 😳 Those vampires do NOT mess around"
Hi Maeve, those vampires do NOT mess around!!! Nor does their wind witch... Glad you liked the opening scene. When I was originally writing it, I started with Mia's chapter on burn-out. But then I decided - let's start with something more dramatic and show the stakes right out of the gate! Regards, Jade
Mason wrote: "Can’t wait to dive in and hear from Jade about what inspired the island’s sentience and how she balances emotional intimacy with supernatural stakes."
Hi Mason and thanks for your comments. In one of my books, the haunted house is alive and an entity to itself. I thought when crafting this book, why not go bigger? I like the idea of normally inanimate things having life. I don't want to say too much yet or reveal things the group hasn't read yet... but so glad you like the concept! Jade
Sarah wrote: "Right?! I thought it was going to be a slow build but nope, immediate chaos. That witch Mara giving me major "don't trust beautiful strangers" energy"
Hey Sarah, Mara is definitely a "do not trust" character! LOL She has to be strong to guide hungry vampires, and she probably "hint hint" has a motive or two in her life.
Also glad you liked the immediate chaos!! Jade
Mason wrote: "Exactly! That part stood out to me too, the way she just creates the storm like it's nothing? I thought I was the only one who noticed how casual she was about it!"
Cheers, Mason. She's a dangerous character for sure... casual about chaos, death and control. Jade
Sarah wrote: "Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"
Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who..."
Certainly I know many nurses and some doctor's spouses who say that... thought it would be important to build in to Mia's character and background. Thanks Sarah! Jade
Isabella wrote: "Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅"
I..."
Sorry about that Norbert. The formatting program I use did that. I hope it's not to confusing for the flow of the book!
Mia wrote: "Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"
I mean... same though? After the year she's had?..."
I loved writing Axel's character! He's exactly the kind of friend most of us need! Jade
Jade, thank you for that tease about the island! Now I'm even more intrigued. Since you mentioned haunted houses in your other books — did you always know you wanted to write something with a living setting, or did Nightfall evolve as you drafted? Also: should we be worried about Axel? He seems too good to be true 😅
Jade, thanks for clarifying the chapter numbering! Once I got past that, the flow really worked, starting with that brutal prologue then shifting to Mia's quieter grief. Question: when you wrote Mara's storm scene, did you research actual maritime disasters, or did that come purely from imagination? The details felt very visceral.
I blamed my feed for seeing this book earlier 😅. Like they were good I even checked your trailers on Youtube..
Jade, I loved hearing you originally started with Mia's burnout! The prologue hook definitely worked. I was immediately invested. Now I'm wondering: do you outline your books extensively, or do characters surprise you? Because Mia already feels like she has secrets we haven't learned yet...
Norbert wrote: "Jade, thanks for clarifying the chapter numbering! Once I got past that, the flow really worked, starting with that brutal prologue then shifting to Mia's quieter grief. Question: when you wrote Ma..."
Hi Norbert, you are welcome and thank you! As far as the storm scene, I didn't research extensively but I did look at some data and then thought of storms I've seen in movies and shows to try to bring it to life on paper! Cheers!
Jade, thank you for that response about nursing burnout, it really does come through authentically. I'm curious: did you consider making Mia a different kind of medical professional, or was an ER nurse always central to who she is? The "hands that refuse to give up" line destroyed me.
Mason wrote: "Jade, thank you for that tease about the island! Now I'm even more intrigued. Since you mentioned haunted houses in your other books — did you always know you wanted to write something with a livin..."
Hey Mason, Axel IS amazing and he will remain important throughout the story... and yes, you can be a little worried about him LOL
When I was outlining the book, I decided on the "living island" aspect of the story. I thought it made the story more dramatic.
Jade, the Indiana Jones vibes are REAL and I am here for it! 🗺️ Quick question about Uncle Simon, will we learn more about his "hidden truths" philosophy? And did you draw from any real collectors or explorers when creating him? He feels like he could be a whole spinoff series!
Jade, Dario sounds like a legend! Please tell me he knows he's Axel's inspiration? 😂 Also: the yacht setting feels so specific and luxurious, did you visit Peru or research yacht life for those details? The "industrial-strength optimism" coffee line felt very lived-in.
Sophie wrote: "Jade, thank you for that response about nursing burnout, it really does come through authentically. I'm curious: did you consider making Mia a different kind of medical professional, or was an ER n..."
Thanks so much Sophie. Yes, I thought first of the ER nurse position over other medical professionals. Meaning, anything can happen and anything can show up in the ER and the med team has to be ready. The urgency, the wider knowledge needed and the stress all play into it. Plus several ER nurses I know are amazing and were inspirational. What they can do! And alas, the burnout that can occur. I respect that profession so much!
Jade wrote: "Isabella wrote: "Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I readin..."
Jade, thanks again for the chapter clarification! Now that I'm deeper in, the structure makes perfect sense, that jolt from horror to emotional intimacy really sets the tone. Question: when you balance romance and supernatural stakes, which do you typically write first? The emotional beats or the plot mechanics?
Sarah wrote: "Jade, the Indiana Jones vibes are REAL and I am here for it! 🗺️ Quick question about Uncle Simon, will we learn more about his "hidden truths" philosophy? And did you draw from any real collectors ..."
Hi Sarah! Uncle Simon was to show Mia's exposure to that kind of world at a young age. Some of the things she's encounter are not so foreign. But it's not a main point of this particular story. Yes, I actually thought about a spinoff on that character, though!
Jade, appreciate the response! That tonal shift really did work, I went from genuinely scared to genuinely sad to genuinely hopeful. Do you consciously think about "emotional rhythm" when structuring chapters, or does it emerge organically in revision? Would love to hear about your process!
Jade, thank you! The emotional rollercoaster in those first pages definitely hooked me. I'm now wondering: how do you approach writing "place" as a character? Nightfall already feels present even before we fully see it. Is that something you layer in during drafting or build deliberately in edits?
See yah!!
Ethan wrote: "Jade, Dario sounds like a legend! Please tell me he knows he's Axel's inspiration? 😂 Also: the yacht setting feels so specific and luxurious, did you visit Peru or research yacht life for those det..."
Hi Ethan, Dario knows! 😊 I have traveled extensively and actually lived in Paris for 16 years. But when I chose Peru, I wanted a place not far from the Galapagos Islands - that kind of vibe. That's how Peru came into being here (but I've been to other South American countries.) I considered Africa, southern Europe and Asia but it seemed a better fit!
Mary wrote: "Jade, thank you! The emotional rollercoaster in those first pages definitely hooked me. I'm now wondering: how do you approach writing "place" as a character? Nightfall already feels present even b..."
Hi Mary, thanks for the question. The answer is BOTH! I had something in mind when I outlined and drafted, then it comes alive and I layer in more as I write!
Jade, yes! Axel for everyone's friend group 2026! 🙌 I'm already sensing he might be more than comic relief though — the way he "stays in touch" while living this glamorous yacht life while Mia's suffering? There's something there. Intentional, or am I reading too much into early pages?
Alexander wrote: "Jade, appreciate the response! That tonal shift really did work, I went from genuinely scared to genuinely sad to genuinely hopeful. Do you consciously think about "emotional rhythm" when structuri..."
Hi Alexander, Each book is a little different, depending on the characters and setting and what I want to achieve. I do think about emotional rhythm but sometimes the draft or what I initially write is missing the rhythm, so after I'm on re-reads, I'll add or edit.
I try to write the book with the idea and outline in mind, and then usually there are additions, deleted chapters and/or edits to mold it. I often think of the initial book as a piece of clay; as I reread and try to make it better, I mold the clay to what I want and the shape maybe change a little! I'm actually "remolding" book 3 of the current book I'm writing because I thought it wasn't personal & intimate enough with characters and focused too much on battle scenes!
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Just saw the post and I’m really excited, what a rare chance to connect directly with Jade Christy! I haven’t started reading Vampire Island of Nightfall yet, but the premise already has me hooked. A living island, forbidden romance, a burned-out nurse thrown into a hidden vampire world? That’s such a fresh twist on the romantasy genre.
I love how the island itself seems to be a character, alive, watching, reacting. It makes me wonder: is it guiding Mia and Jude’s connection, or manipulating it? And how much of Nightfall’s rules are about survival, versus control?
Can’t wait to dive in and hear from Jade about what inspired the island’s sentience and how she balances emotional intimacy with supernatural stakes.
Hey Mason,I thought you’d started reading the book. I began yesterday, and it’s been so interesting, I can’t put it down. I keep finding myself flipping through the pages again and again.
Okay WOW that opening storm scene?! I was NOT expecting it to get that dark that fast 😳 Those vampires do NOT mess around
Right?! I thought it was going to be a slow build but nope, immediate chaos. That witch Mara giving me major "don't trust beautiful strangers" energy
Exactly! That part stood out to me too, the way she just creates the storm like it's nothing? I thought I was the only one who noticed how casual she was about it!
As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul
Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who else has been there?
Sarah wrote: "Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who..."
Literally me with my last relationship. Jade Christy really nailed that quiet grief
Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately
Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately.
Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"I mean... same though? After the year she's had? Sign me up for that yacht
The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?
LOL Sarah😂 you are still up. I loved that detail about her bringing just one map. Felt like foreshadowing but in a subtle way
Sarah wrote: "The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?""Maps tell the truth, not the easy truth, the hidden one", I'm writing that down
Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅
Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅"I noticed that too! I think the prologue is technically chapter one, so Mia's story starts at chapter two? Either way, the structure worked for me
The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone
Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"Agree! I went from terrified to depressed to cautiously hopeful in like 20 pages
Mary wrote: "Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"Agree! I went from terrified to depressed to..."
Thanks Mary! It's all about emotion, isn't it!
Alexander wrote: "The contrast between the stormy island horror and then quiet Brooklyn apartment... chef's kiss 👌 Jade Christy knows how to shift tone"Thanks Alexander... that was the aim. Move your emotions and the tone! I appreciate the comment.
Sarah wrote: "The maps! Her uncle Simon! Anyone else getting Indiana Jones vibes or is that just me?"Hi Sarah. That's what I was going for! Glad it came through! Jade
Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"LOL. I had a great friend named Dario who was like this. I modeled Axel after him! Jade
Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"Hi Sophie. I'm so sorry about burnout, and glad Mia's ache came through. My sister-in-law and several friends are nurses, and shared their feelings with me. I wanted to bring that out in Mia. Jade
Maeve wrote: "Okay WOW that opening storm scene?! I was NOT expecting it to get that dark that fast 😳 Those vampires do NOT mess around"Hi Maeve, those vampires do NOT mess around!!! Nor does their wind witch... Glad you liked the opening scene. When I was originally writing it, I started with Mia's chapter on burn-out. But then I decided - let's start with something more dramatic and show the stakes right out of the gate! Regards, Jade
Mason wrote: "Can’t wait to dive in and hear from Jade about what inspired the island’s sentience and how she balances emotional intimacy with supernatural stakes."Hi Mason and thanks for your comments. In one of my books, the haunted house is alive and an entity to itself. I thought when crafting this book, why not go bigger? I like the idea of normally inanimate things having life. I don't want to say too much yet or reveal things the group hasn't read yet... but so glad you like the concept! Jade
Sarah wrote: "Right?! I thought it was going to be a slow build but nope, immediate chaos. That witch Mara giving me major "don't trust beautiful strangers" energy"Hey Sarah, Mara is definitely a "do not trust" character! LOL She has to be strong to guide hungry vampires, and she probably "hint hint" has a motive or two in her life.
Also glad you liked the immediate chaos!! Jade
Mason wrote: "Exactly! That part stood out to me too, the way she just creates the storm like it's nothing? I thought I was the only one who noticed how casual she was about it!"Cheers, Mason. She's a dangerous character for sure... casual about chaos, death and control. Jade
Sarah wrote: "Sophie wrote: "As someone who works in healthcare, Mia's burnout hit HARD. "The world will keep bleeding without you", ouch, felt that in my soul"Yes! And her ex saying "I want to be chosen" 😭 Who..."
Certainly I know many nurses and some doctor's spouses who say that... thought it would be important to build in to Mia's character and background. Thanks Sarah! Jade
Isabella wrote: "Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I reading this wrong 😅"I..."
Sorry about that Norbert. The formatting program I use did that. I hope it's not to confusing for the flow of the book!
Mia wrote: "Ethan wrote: "Okay but Axel calling from a yacht in Peru offering her "irresponsible decisions"?? I need a friend like that in my life immediately"I mean... same though? After the year she's had?..."
I loved writing Axel's character! He's exactly the kind of friend most of us need! Jade
Jade, thank you for that tease about the island! Now I'm even more intrigued. Since you mentioned haunted houses in your other books — did you always know you wanted to write something with a living setting, or did Nightfall evolve as you drafted? Also: should we be worried about Axel? He seems too good to be true 😅
Jade, thanks for clarifying the chapter numbering! Once I got past that, the flow really worked, starting with that brutal prologue then shifting to Mia's quieter grief. Question: when you wrote Mara's storm scene, did you research actual maritime disasters, or did that come purely from imagination? The details felt very visceral.I blamed my feed for seeing this book earlier 😅. Like they were good I even checked your trailers on Youtube..
Jade, I loved hearing you originally started with Mia's burnout! The prologue hook definitely worked. I was immediately invested. Now I'm wondering: do you outline your books extensively, or do characters surprise you? Because Mia already feels like she has secrets we haven't learned yet...
Norbert wrote: "Jade, thanks for clarifying the chapter numbering! Once I got past that, the flow really worked, starting with that brutal prologue then shifting to Mia's quieter grief. Question: when you wrote Ma..."Hi Norbert, you are welcome and thank you! As far as the storm scene, I didn't research extensively but I did look at some data and then thought of storms I've seen in movies and shows to try to bring it to life on paper! Cheers!
Jade, thank you for that response about nursing burnout, it really does come through authentically. I'm curious: did you consider making Mia a different kind of medical professional, or was an ER nurse always central to who she is? The "hands that refuse to give up" line destroyed me.
Mason wrote: "Jade, thank you for that tease about the island! Now I'm even more intrigued. Since you mentioned haunted houses in your other books — did you always know you wanted to write something with a livin..."Hey Mason, Axel IS amazing and he will remain important throughout the story... and yes, you can be a little worried about him LOL
When I was outlining the book, I decided on the "living island" aspect of the story. I thought it made the story more dramatic.
Jade, the Indiana Jones vibes are REAL and I am here for it! 🗺️ Quick question about Uncle Simon, will we learn more about his "hidden truths" philosophy? And did you draw from any real collectors or explorers when creating him? He feels like he could be a whole spinoff series!
Jade, Dario sounds like a legend! Please tell me he knows he's Axel's inspiration? 😂 Also: the yacht setting feels so specific and luxurious, did you visit Peru or research yacht life for those details? The "industrial-strength optimism" coffee line felt very lived-in.
Sophie wrote: "Jade, thank you for that response about nursing burnout, it really does come through authentically. I'm curious: did you consider making Mia a different kind of medical professional, or was an ER n..."Thanks so much Sophie. Yes, I thought first of the ER nurse position over other medical professionals. Meaning, anything can happen and anything can show up in the ER and the med team has to be ready. The urgency, the wider knowledge needed and the stress all play into it. Plus several ER nurses I know are amazing and were inspirational. What they can do! And alas, the burnout that can occur. I respect that profession so much!
Jade wrote: "Isabella wrote: "Norbert wrote: "Quick question, did anyone else get confused by the chapter numbering? It says "Chapter one" for the prologue but then "Chapter two" for Mia's intro? Or am I readin..."Jade, thanks again for the chapter clarification! Now that I'm deeper in, the structure makes perfect sense, that jolt from horror to emotional intimacy really sets the tone. Question: when you balance romance and supernatural stakes, which do you typically write first? The emotional beats or the plot mechanics?
Sarah wrote: "Jade, the Indiana Jones vibes are REAL and I am here for it! 🗺️ Quick question about Uncle Simon, will we learn more about his "hidden truths" philosophy? And did you draw from any real collectors ..."Hi Sarah! Uncle Simon was to show Mia's exposure to that kind of world at a young age. Some of the things she's encounter are not so foreign. But it's not a main point of this particular story. Yes, I actually thought about a spinoff on that character, though!
Jade, appreciate the response! That tonal shift really did work, I went from genuinely scared to genuinely sad to genuinely hopeful. Do you consciously think about "emotional rhythm" when structuring chapters, or does it emerge organically in revision? Would love to hear about your process!
Jade, thank you! The emotional rollercoaster in those first pages definitely hooked me. I'm now wondering: how do you approach writing "place" as a character? Nightfall already feels present even before we fully see it. Is that something you layer in during drafting or build deliberately in edits?See yah!!
Ethan wrote: "Jade, Dario sounds like a legend! Please tell me he knows he's Axel's inspiration? 😂 Also: the yacht setting feels so specific and luxurious, did you visit Peru or research yacht life for those det..."Hi Ethan, Dario knows! 😊 I have traveled extensively and actually lived in Paris for 16 years. But when I chose Peru, I wanted a place not far from the Galapagos Islands - that kind of vibe. That's how Peru came into being here (but I've been to other South American countries.) I considered Africa, southern Europe and Asia but it seemed a better fit!
Mary wrote: "Jade, thank you! The emotional rollercoaster in those first pages definitely hooked me. I'm now wondering: how do you approach writing "place" as a character? Nightfall already feels present even b..."Hi Mary, thanks for the question. The answer is BOTH! I had something in mind when I outlined and drafted, then it comes alive and I layer in more as I write!
Jade, yes! Axel for everyone's friend group 2026! 🙌 I'm already sensing he might be more than comic relief though — the way he "stays in touch" while living this glamorous yacht life while Mia's suffering? There's something there. Intentional, or am I reading too much into early pages?
Alexander wrote: "Jade, appreciate the response! That tonal shift really did work, I went from genuinely scared to genuinely sad to genuinely hopeful. Do you consciously think about "emotional rhythm" when structuri..."Hi Alexander, Each book is a little different, depending on the characters and setting and what I want to achieve. I do think about emotional rhythm but sometimes the draft or what I initially write is missing the rhythm, so after I'm on re-reads, I'll add or edit.
I try to write the book with the idea and outline in mind, and then usually there are additions, deleted chapters and/or edits to mold it. I often think of the initial book as a piece of clay; as I reread and try to make it better, I mold the clay to what I want and the shape maybe change a little! I'm actually "remolding" book 3 of the current book I'm writing because I thought it wasn't personal & intimate enough with characters and focused too much on battle scenes!
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Book: Vampire Island of Nightfall: A Vampire Romantasy
Author: Jade Christy
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