Amber Anthony Sparknotes

Amber Anthony is a pen name for two collaborating authors Nancy Reynolds and Patrice Hough Bader who also goes by Rusty. The two authors have been involved in the writing of feature film scripts and television episodes before trying their hand at writing. Blood Rising that was first published in May 2016 was their first ever novel. The BDSM novel was published to rave reviews and critical acclaim given its innovative plot lines and relatable characters. They write of stunning alpha males that might just be vampires, which sweep women off their feet. Their heroines are strong and smart with plenty of heart. Nonetheless, what makes their stories so intriguing is that they start with an explosive pace, which never lets up right up to the end of
Bader has held numerous titles, jobs, and positions through her life. As for her education, she attended North East High School before proceeding to the University of South Florida where she graduated with a Bachelors in Dance and Performing Arts in 1972. She also studied Political Science, which she never got to practice. She would pursue a career in sales and marketing working with the Baltimore Sun helping community-based businesses grow their market share through innovative campaigns. She would later work as counter manager, pharmacy technician, and freelance writer before opening a tavern with her husband. Currently, all she does is write freelance and run her tavern with her husband. Nancy Reynolds the other half of Amber Anthony lives in a South Western city though she spent much of her life in New York City working as an actress. She went to school at Columbia University in New York City where she attained a BS degree in Arts History. After working for several years in a variety of movies and TV series, Reynolds quit her acting career to pursue a career in health care and entering the family business. Writing comes naturally for Reynolds given that in addition to being an actress, she has been writing screenplays for television and movies for years. Since she did not want to leave her writing career completely, she ventured into writing and collaborated with Patrice Hough Bader to write the Blood Rising as Amber
Besides the lead characters’ relationship drama and the elusive courtship, the series also introduces a range of characters including Veronique Moreau, the diva from Hell that in 1922 sired Matt who wanted nothing to do with being a vampire. Nearly a century later, she is back and for Matt who has never seen her for years, he believes that her reappearance could be beneficial. But she turns out to be his worst nightmare as she Matts romance with Catherine faces a series of impediments triggered by Veronique. Another important character in the series is an ancient vampire that goes by the name Rick Hiatt, who loves the fact that he is immortal. Adam Lachlan the shape-shifting dragon is another important member of the cast of the paranormal. The story is dotted with aspects of BDSM as well as humor as it takes the reader from the streets of Baranquilla, Colombia, the beaches of Malibu to the bustling streets of Los Angeles. Blood Rising is an intriguing introduction to the series that sets the stage for Blood Emerald the next novel in the