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I'm a practicing registered nurse who graduated with a B.S.N. R.N. from the Indiana University School of nursing in May of 1996. I live in Indiana with my husband, four sons, dog, and one cat. The boys and I enjoy camping, fishing, and sitting out back with the dogs, while a cozy fire crackles in the fire pit. In my spare time, I like to draw, read, write, and watch movies. My newest hobby is cake decorating.

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KURDISH SCAVENGERS UNCOVER A CACHE OF NERVE GAS IN IRAQ AND OFFER THEM TO KURDISH FIGHTERS IN TURKEY. THE SPECIAL OPERATIONS BEDLAM ALPHA TEAM MUST SECURE THE WEAPONS BEFORE THEY CAN BE USED."You must swear by Allah never to say a word of what I'm going to tell you. This is the most important secret. Ever!"In their daily struggle for survival, Iraqi Kurdish scavengers uncover a cache of chemical weapons. They offer the weapons to fellow Kurdish rebels in Turkey and Syria to assist in their quest to free an imprisoned leader and create a unified homeland. After receiving a tip from an unlikely source, the newly formed Special Operations Bedlam team is called to arms! Travel with Craig Cameron and his international team on their covert operation as they weave their way through war-torn regions seeking to locate and recover the weapons before they can be used to cause irreparable harm and instigate a world crisis. The odds are stacked against them. Can they manage to keep their operation hidden and prevent further clashes before it's too late?"The Kurdish Connection--a compelling read. A story of friendship, danger and intrigue."--Ann Everett, Amazon Best Selling Author...". Randall's authentic voice adds a powerful push to keep a reader turning the pages." --Janet Taylor-Perry, author of The Raiford Chronicles, The Legend of Draconis Saga, and April Chastain Intrigues."Topical - Engaging - Intriguing - Powerful ... A real page turner."--Rikon Gaites, author of Mummy's Little Soldier and Darius Odenkirk...". Randall Krzak brings his wealth of experience living in this troubled part of the world and his military knowledge to bear in this exciting story..."--John L. DeBoer, author of When the Reaper Comes...". a journey full of history, suspense, intrigue, and action...a MUST READ for all!"--Les Stahl, Retired NSA Executive...". Readers need to fasten their seatbelts for a fast-paced tale made believable by a writer who knows what he's writing about."--Preston Holtry, author of the Morgan Westphal mystery series and the Arrius trilogy (forthcoming)."A behind the scenes story, ripped from today's headlines deepening the reader's understanding of an ancient strife ... filled with the sights and smells of the market place and secret meetings, the reader is admitted to the secret heart, the desperate longings of those that must fight and win, or see continued subjugation by their masters..."--Oliver F. Chase, author of Camelot Games, Levant Mirage, Blind Marsh, and Marsh Island.

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<h1 style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;">The Deepening</h1> This is a dark tale. Leigh goes to great lengths to set the tone with her excellent descriptive talents. And I was quickly captured by the thoughts of Ivona and the nonverbal but electric conversation between herself and the handsome stranger across the room. Then, as I realized her story was going to be a true one, that Ivona intended to reveal who she is, my pulse began to race. The story thus set was doled out in a suspenseful way that urged me to keep reading. All in all, Vampyress was a fine example of storytelling. --Clayton Bye <a href="http://www.thedeepening.com/horror/2009/09/14/dark-tales-1-vampyress-by-shannon-leigh/">http://www.thedeepening.com/horror/2009/09/14/dark-tales-1-vampyress-by-shannon-leigh/</a> Bitten By Books <a title="Buy Dark Tales 1: Vampyress Here" href="http://www.wildchildpublishing.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65&products_id=231">Vampyress</a> is absolutely captivating. It is truly reminiscent of campfire stories with an audience simply eager to hear more. The story is simply evocative as if I was personally in the setting hearing Ivona tell her tale that I was actually sorry and disappointed when she finished. I ate up every word and personally am anxious to read its sequel. Rating: 5 tombstones! --Lyda <a href="http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=815">http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=815</a> <h1 style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;">Manic Readers Reviews</h1> Deeply dark you will want to save this tale for the light of day. This short story will delight all who love scary vampire tales. Filled with things that go bump in the night and from the things of nightmares, keep your sweetie close. You will definitely want someone’s hand to hold with this one. Every page is written wonderfully, to pull you in and suck you under. Watch out, it's the Vampyress. Rating: 4 stars. --Krystal <a href="http://manicreaders.com/index.cfm?disp=reviews&bookid=1237">http://manicreaders.com/index.cfm?disp=reviews&bookid=1237</a> Coffeetime Romance: This is the story of Dracula told like no other. The character of Ivona is captivating and surreal. Lucian may be silent throughout much of the story, but he is just as intriguing. Ms. Leigh enthralls the reader, much like Ivona's audience. She weaves a tale of mystery, and you are just waiting for something to erupt. This will have you anxiously awaiting Book 2. Rating: 3 cups of coffee --Lototy <a href="http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/Darktales1vampyress.html">http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/Darktales1vampyress.html</a> TCM Reviews: Dark Tales 1: Vampyress will captivate the reader until they finish the last page and left wanting more. I was impressed on the aspect Shannon Leigh gave to this story. The plot and the character development are sensational for such a short story. I will definitely be awaiting the next book in the series and eager to read more about the characters. I would recommend this for anyone who likes paranormal, vampire, horror, and thriller genres. --Amy J. Ramsey <a href="http://tcm-ca.com/reviews/2457.html">http://tcm-ca.com/reviews/2457.html</a> Dark Angel Reviews: The heightening sensual tension between Ivona and Lucien, the dismay and fright of members of her audience, the alternating of Ivona’s “personas”, and the continued underpinning of the recounting of Vlad’s sadistic depredations all lead to an intriguing tale which the reader can’t set aside. VAMPRYRESS will linger on in memory and creates an exciting beginning to the DARK TALES Series. Rating: 4 1/2 Pixies! --Frost <a href="https://www.darkangelreviews.com/Vampyress.html">https://www.darkangelreviews.com/Vampyress.html</a> Cocktail Reviews: “A thoroughly enjoyable read. Highly recommended.” As Ivona’s tale evolves, with fantastic imagery and information about Vlad the Impaler, Ivona’s emotions are clearly defined and heart wrenching. Lucian puts pieces of the puzzle together and realises he is bound to Ivona in a way he didn’t envisage… Rating: The Whole Bottle of Champagne! --Nutty Nana <a href="http://cocktailreviews.wordpress.com/2008/05/23/dark-tales-1-vampyress-wild-child-publishing/">http://cocktailreviews.wordpress.com/2008/05/23/dark-tales-1-vampyress-wild-child-publishing/</a> Fallen Angel Reviews: Author Shannon Leigh takes a familiar historical story and offers a creative twist in the Vlad Tepes Dracula tale. Part fiction, but mostly historical fact, Vampyress takes the reader on a dark journey of brutal torture and utter despair for the Wallachian region of Romania. Rating: 4 angels --Bella <a href="http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2008/June/Bella-DarkTales_Vampyress.htm">http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2008/June/Bella-DarkTales_Vampyress.htm</a>

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