Note from the Publisher: This book is special priced at 99 cents for a limited time only. The story is a great introduction to the series and can be enjoyed without having read the other titles first.

Jonathan Winchester has clashed with his alpha one too many times. After another argument he leaves the Manitoba pack, his only home since the werewolf attack that changed his life. He returns to his home state of Virginia to start a new life free of pack politics. Jon finds work and meets a young waitress, Raine, who appears to be a lone werewolf, too.As their relationship progresses, Jon’s embroiled in more intrigue than he bargained for and a danger bigger than he can handle. He’s running scared until his own alpha tendencies surface, making him unable to leave the pretty werewolf’s problems behind. The young man is desperate to save Raine–even if his efforts may lead him straight to death.Journey along in this first prequel novel involving the favorite characters from the bestselling V V Inn series. Written at reader demand, this stand-alone story explains how the beloved Jonathan came to serve the deadly redheaded vampire, Dria.

“Loved reading Jon’s story. C.J. gives us a look into his past and helps us to understand how and why he ends up with Rafe and Dria, great interweaving of his story in with the rest of the V.V. series. Very well written. I didn’t want to put it down.”

“If you love the supernatural world then you will enjoy this book, it has everything one could need and more. And if you do enjoy it make sure to check out the V V Inn books you are in for a wild ride”

“I can’t tell you how much I enjoy C.J. Ellisson’s books. It makes me giddy when she has books come out, they always are interesting and keep me wanting more! I have read the Vampire Vacation series and this prequel is a wonderful addition. It is fascinating to see how they get to where they are now. The only downfall of the book……I read it to fast and am ready for more!”

C.J. Ellisson is the USA Today Bestselling author of the NYT Bestselling book, Vanilla on Top, the bestselling V V Inn series, and several erotica shorts. She lives in northern Virginia with her husband, two children, two dogs, and a fluffy black cat who makes her sneeze. Unlike most full-time authors, she’s also battling severe chronic illness. C.J. works daily to put her Lupus into remission and continues to fight numerous bacterial infections while her immune system slowly attacks her body. She turned to writing when she could no longer work outside the home and claims the escape of penning contemporary fantasy, erotica, and erotic romance has helped save her sanity.