Alicia Anderson is a hard-working IT professional without a degree, who knows more about the work than those with degrees who get promoted to positions where they lack any practical experience. What a great character. Having spent twenty years in that field, I saw this all the time. Doesn't just happen there, it happens everywhere and can be so very frustrating.
Alicia's story intertwines with two other tales. One involving an ancient vampire, Wesley and his much younger and inexperienced protégé, Frederick. The other tale being that of a relatively new coven of witches.
There were some entertaining moments in Darksome Thirst...
"A mosquito bit Frederick (a vampire) on the neck, the irony was not lost on him."
Unfortunately, those moments were few, many of the conversations felt forced, and I had a difficult time becoming invested in any of the secondary characters. Overall not very satisfying read, but if you subscribe to Kindle Unlimited you may what to check it out. Your experience may vary.
There is a sequel where Alicia's story continues The Old Power Returns. I may check that out one day, but not anytime soon.
Darksome Thirst (Alicia Anderson Novel Book 1) is published by Harvest Shadows Publications and is available in both paperback and Kindle formats. If you subscribe to Kindle Unlimited you can read it at no additional charge. Also, if you are an Amazon Prime member you can read it for FREE using the Kindle Owners Lending Library.
From the author's bio - Morvan Westfield Morven Westfield writes supernatural, fantasy, and horror fiction. She also regularly writes non-fiction articles on the supernatural and folklore and is a freelance technical writer. Morven also hosted and produced a podcast called Vampires, Witches, & Geeks, which is still available for listening online. Currently a member of and volunteer newsletter proofreader for the Horror Writers Association, she is also an active member of the New England Horror Writers, at one time serving as their webmaster.
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