I was going to wait until we had the proofread done, but everyone could use a bit of a distraction, so the page for BLOOD HEIR has been updated with the edited first chapter. Happy reading.
Update: OMG, it’s not “totally different,” it’s still the same scene just with a bit more editing. Love you, guys, but you are silly. 🙂
I’m sorry to ask but I’m date challenged, is that 1 December or 12 January.
January 12th! If you go to preorder the book on Amazon/other book retailer they usually have the day the book is released in words rather than numbers
Amazing! Thank you so much. I needed this. Some times I chuckle to myself at Hugh saying “put down that cow”. Even if it does not make it into the book I think it deserves to be on a mug.
Oh yes I’d buy that mug for sure
Thank you. Much appreciated. Now I just need a gallon of tea and maybe I can face the day.
Book 1. Chapter 1. Thank you.
This chapter was such a kind treat today. May you and yours always have love, support, and all you need in this world to thrive. Blessings always.
Thank you very much.
I only see a pre-order link for the ebook…please, please PLEASE tell me it will also be coming out in hardcopy?
Usually, the printed version is available closer to the publishing date. Or after it is published, it is available in print to order. I like the printed book too.
Very well written! I am looking forward to the book! Thanks so much for the excerpt.
Thank you! I can’t wait for the book!
I can not wait for this, I am so excited!
Oh my, you have gifted me with joy in my heart. Such an excellent piece of writing. Thank you so much, my day is much better now.
You guys are awesome!!
What a lovely treat ????
Thank you
Stupendous! You’ve taken the essentials we loved from the original chapter, and made it even better. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thank you for the peek into Chapter 1 of Blood Heir. I don’t remember the exact details of the original first chapter, but it’s really interesting to get a sense of the differences in tone and feeling. Can’t wait for the whole shebang in January
Lovely; thank you! It’s a welcome bit of sane insanity in the midst of the insane insanity that is our world today.
Most excellent!
Heck yea, another fantastic story. I am on pins and needles all a quiver in anticipation for for when the book comes out.
Lol
Thank you SO much, this definintely brightened my day!! Can’t wait for the finished book! <3
Thank you!!
Your generosity is humbling. Thank you so much for giving us hope that the post-Apocalypse we’re heading towards might be cool.
I hope you are and remain safe ????
Hallelujah. Thank you for a fantastic distraction!
Will there be a dead tree version of the book or is it an ebook only? You might have answered this already but I can’t find it.
Saiman is dead?
And Kate is not in Atlanta?
And if Kate’s not in Atlanta then what is Conman doing there?
Oh Lord… I have so many questions. Can’t wait for the book to be released.
Btw, This was awesome as always!!!
Conlan*
This is exciting!!!
Did you want those questions answered? Kate/Conlan/Wilmington were in the previously posted chapters we’re supposed to be forgetting, when Nick is showing Aurelia the map of Atlanta. Saiman is in the post-battle wrap up at the end of _Magic Triumphs_. I’m happy to answer if you’d like.
I’ve rewritten this comment 15 times trying to express how I felt reading the edited chapter and I’m still struggling. It was so amazing I have no words 🙂 I can’t wait for the finished book – it comes out my birthday week and I’m planning on devouring it as an early birthday present!
Loved the first chapter!! Coming out Jan 2021! That’s only a few months away! you guys get things done fast!
I enjoyed the new details!! I had a theory of what/who was watching from the ruins near the bridge based on the other chapters you posted before you took them down to make it a real book. But you took out the part where Conlan stays and they hug so I don’t know anymore! Thank you for the first chapter!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you! It is excellent.
God bless you!! I can’t decide whether to cry on you, or hug your neck; maybe both. Thank you for continuing with this book!!!
I noticed that too! I was sure the watcher was Derek and that the hug would confirm her identity for him. But now it’s all up in the air… as it probably should be.
Oops! Replied to the wrong comment.
Yes! that was what I was thinking, but now…??!
Also that “Nobody followed us.” line. Is that a taunt? No one followed so they didn’t see Sienna call her Julie, or she just THINKS no one followed … but he did!
I’m driving myself crazy. So can’t wait for the book!
On the original version, I thought it was Derek. But I think it was one of Moloch’s priest. However, with the revision, I don’t know. I like the revision with Julie and Conlan not hugging. There is always eyes watching in secrets. That was my first thought when I read the original version. This is better.
Very much appreciated!
This is already on my Top 5 favorite series list. Wonderful! Thank you for sharing. I didn’t think of the election while reading it – a real tribute to its quality! Great background for what happened to Atlanta for someone, who by chance, hasn’t read Kate. ….. Oh, Saiman …..
Oh my god. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
I needed this more than I even knew.
So revved to read it….
I thought it was great before, but the changes you guys made made it more cohesive with Kate’s timeline and experiences with the then Julie. I also think the addition of Sienna and the grave just made it flow while including information that seems like it’s the basis of the story.
I’m beyond thankful, I really love the way you write… Are any of your books open for tv adaptation? Your stories simply deserve more love and recognition
Thank you, Ilona Andrews, for the post. A refreshing break from the post voting uncertainty here in N.C…. much appreciated.
Thank you. I have missed these gifts to us so much!
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This is so good. So good. Throwing the first attempt away and starting over was the best decision ever!
Thank you so much
Thank you! Wow to the edits. So gripping and better tie in with other parts of the story.
Thank you. When I read the description of the different animal eyes in the trees I thought of the watermelon bandits and it made me laugh.
We are silly. Please don’t take us too seriously. I haven’t even read it yet, and I am so desperate for diversion and distraction that over analyzing it is tempting, and I go out of my way not to do that. Ifirmly believe that minor inconsistencies in world building are an author’s choice as the series evolves.
Shutting up now. Going to read now.
I like it. At least this way readers won’t need a scorecard to figure out who is who. I like having Siena come to talk to Julie. Conlan makes more sense. Pack law changes are spelled out–good! Thank you for such a nice surprise on a stressful day of waiting for results.
Thank you both, you are the best! It helps in these difficult times.
Thank you so much for the escape today. No reason to explain why. I came to the site hoping against hope & you came through!
At least one good thing today.
I thought everything I read was excellent! Can’t wait for January!
Heaven on a stressful day. THANK YOU
As an FYI/for consistency, right now the Ryder link on the home page still shows the old version of Chapter 1. I went to reread the chapter now that my dog isn’t barking and went “wait, this is the old version”.
Georgia is on my mind today, too. Thanks!
You guys have exquisite timing. Today I am having a difficult time dealing with life and this was a bright spot in all of the suck. Thank you. I am so looking forward to this book being released!
I’m excited to read this!! Will the print link by released on release day??
Thank you
Oh my goddesses! You two are the only writers I know that can improve upon perfection. You’ve ruined us for so many other books! ???? Thank you for this excerpt on such a difficult day. May the goddesses bless you both!