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I do like doing paranormal/contemporary mixes rather than making them feel more like a paranormal fantasy story. You picked up on the clues, well done!! There is a ton going on behind the scenes that definitely needs to come out. Thanks for the review, Gary.

Thank you, Wayne! Those are all questions I wanted readers to ask. I'm definitely going to have to do more.

LOL! Hopefully you remember what happened the second read through.

This month we're featuring a story I happen to personally enjoy very much: Damphir by Nephylim. There are a lot of twists and turns, and a ton of really interested characters to meet along with the main character, Glory. Length: 61,144 Story Description: A werewolf called Rover, a cat who can fly (among other things) a confused vampire, a spiteful faery and a testy human all confined in the same house and trying to learn to live together. A strange mix and a strange story. Story Reviews: CW Prince says... I get so wrapped up in your stories that when I get to the final chapter I almost want to stop reading so the story never ends. This story was no exception. A wonderful story and one I am sure to revist again soon. You never cease to amaze me with your talent and ability to wrap me into the story and take me into the very folded fabric of each and every character. Thank-you! Seraph74 says... Awww, what a beautiful ending to a beautiful story!!! I'll admit that I'm one of few gay men who don't actually appreciate sex scenes within a well-written story; it's a bit like a musical can be - the storyline stops while everyone sings (fucks), and then resumes once the music is over. But this chapter... wow. Beautiful music all it's own, and I didn't skip over one bit of it like I normally do. This chapter alone puts you into a league of your own, Nephy; well done!! And while I should be satisfied that I have just read a fabulous story that I will enjoy reading again (especially now that I know it has a happy ending; I am a sucker for happy endings), I must admit I am gloriously (no pun intended) happy that there will be a sequel to enjoy. Keep up the great work, Nephy... 'tis truly a treasure to behold!!! Michael9344 says... I think what interested so much in this story is how fascinating Glory is. So fascinating that each and every thing about him is intriguing; including his future i have no idea where Glory and Sar are headed, but I'm sure as hell going for the ride;). Did I mention how good a story teller you are? Kitt says... It may seem odd to add my review such a long time after you published the last chapter, but i have just recently found the sight and am now working my way through. I love your quirky characters and the crazy situations they find themselves in. I find myself reading "just 5 more minutes" till i am late leaving for work or up till the wee hours, So, will we see our little cat getting into more trouble in the future? Thanks for sharing your work. Comicfan says... I wonder if I am the only one who caught your last comment. But can it last? Nephy, that is just cruel. Glory is remembering far more than ever before. In the beginning there was just his name and the dim memory of blanket. Now he had a mother who died when he was ripped from her arms and at ten someone he loved who died to protect him. It appears that Glory is gathering glory in the rest the world. I wonder if that is what brought such a change to Pixie. Still want to see/hear more of what happens to Valentine. The sucker deserves the worst. Till your final chapter, I simply sit and wait. Remember to check back on Wednesday to see what excerpt Nephylim chose to share with readers! Want to show your support and enjoyment of Nephylim's story? Download the banner below for your site signature!

Thank you, NDG!! Something did cause that fall, but whether it was something unknown or the audacity of flying before the ceremony...? That will remain to be seen.

Duty doesn't always disappear with failure... so he might be able to live for himself--if he lives--but his clan might still have plans for him. I'm glad you want to see more. Thanks for the review, Aditus!

Thank you, Emi! I wanted there to be a push/pull in the character and these hints of drama outside his actions. I'm so glad readers picked up on it, because it would all tie into a much longer story.

Thanks! I wanted to leave the reader with a lot of questions, even if at first it appears to be a devastating end for Sudal. Glad it worked.

There are hints as to what happened, but you have to be reading very carefully to see it, because you're right... he was successful before. That could all come out later though. Thanks for the review!

You're very welcome! I loved the mystical feeling of the story, and once the tenses were changed it was a lot easier to follow the flow of the drama from the present to past to torturous journey through the past to the present. You twisted various mythos from ancient cultures to modern and demonology to reincarnation, but it all blended seamlessly into a new world to explore and a wonderful journey for your readers. I can't wait to see what the next story in the series will be.

Ahh, but was it a failure on his part? If you read carefully... there are questions as to what REALLY happened. Thanks for the review, LitLover!

There's a lot more to know, but the short story was about crossing the line, so I felt this was a good short story to set the tone for the future. Thanks so much for the review, Jmgal.

Thank you, Daithi! I have so many ideas, so much technical fun for the paranormal world yet to come out. Just how to save Sudal is the question. Raptors are one idea.

Thanks, Llina!

Duty. Bleh! I wanted to leave readers with a lot of questions but still have a complete scene. Glad it came across well.

Great burst of action hooking the reader before it leads to a story that is really more about the mental line Brady struggles to protect. There's his father on one side, the boy he likes on the other, and a life he has no idea how to live without hurting someone, especially himself.

I really liked this. You did leave it quite open, but because Landon is so sure of himself and what will follow in regards to their mating and the challenge, that it feels more like a foregone conclusion and not an unfinished plot arc. Well done!

So I'm no expert on FBI or tribal agreements, so I have no clue if that aspect of your story is feasible or not, but it felt eminently believable. Bigotry exists everywhere, but so does kindness. Good job!

As always, a pleasure to enjoy the obvious and not-so-obvious humor of your stories!

Yes, there's a lot more to the mythos than I've shared. I wanted everyone to get to know the character before I delved too much into it. I'm really glad you continue to check out my work, even when it doesn't fall into your usual preferences!

LOL! You're going to wake up disappointed, unfortunately. I have other commitments, but this world keeps nudging my brain, so the wait won't be too long!

I know, you probably hated me at first, right? I really appreciate your help during the proofing stage too! Thanks for leaving me a review.

Awww, thank you Caz! I was writing a contemporary story, but all of a sudden this whole new world popped into my head, and I couldn't NOT write it. lol

Thank you to everyone who participated!

Ebodar gasped. “You didn’t go out there alone, did you, verl?” He had a name, though none had used it since his mark appeared shortly after he was born. He remembered it, though he’d only heard it said in a whisper his mother had shared in his ear when she’d see him struggling. It had been too many years since she passed, and it was hard not to resent the way even that had been taken from him. Sudal wouldn’t forget the name she’d given him although all those important gave up their identities t