Blood Price

Description

Vicki Nelson is a former Toronto police officer who was sidelined by a rare eye condition. As a result, she had to quit the force and become a private eye. In one of her cases, a young man is killed by having all of his blood drained from him. His girlfriend hires Nelson to learn more. Rumors of vampirism abound, though Nelson doesn't believe in them – until she meets the undead member of the British royal family, Henry FitzRoy, the illegitimate son of Henry VIII, who happens to be a vampire and a romance writer who is looking for the same vampire that she is. Since Nelson can't see at night due to her eye condition, the pair decide to work together, Nelson during the day and Henry at night. Why It Made the List There are five books in the series, and this was adapted for Lifetime. Each book is well-written and informs the reader about life in the Tudor court. Huff is one of the most well-known of the contemporary fantasy writers today. 'Read It If You Like' British royalty, vampires, female private eyes

About the Author

Huff, Tanya

Tanya Huff is a Canadian author known for her works in the science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. She was born in Nova Scotia in 1957.Huff's most notable works include the "Blood" series, which follows the adventures of a private investigator named Vicki Nelson and a vampire named Henry Fitzroy as they solve supernatural crimes in Toronto, and the "Valor" series, which is a military science fiction series about a group of space marines.Huff's writing is known for its witty humor, strong characters, and exploration of themes such as identity, power, and relationships. She has won several awards for her writing, including the Aurora Award in 1994 for "Blood Price" and the Gaylactic Spectrum Award in 2004 for "Smoke and Ashes."In addition to her writing, Huff is also a musician and has played in several bands over the years. She continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and her works are enjoyed by fans of science fiction, fantasy, and horror around the world.

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