Today
Are You Afraid of the Dark joins the blog tour for
The Hunters Saga by Heidi Angell with a Fireside Chat
. Our always delightful fictional interviewer Richard Dale sits down with Havoc, werewolf and vampire hunter. Take it away Richard...
Fireside
Chat with Havoc
“Welcome everyone, to another Fireside Chat.
I’m Richard Dale, your host. Today, our guest is the werewolf Havoc, hunter of
rogue vampires and partner to Fury. Welcome Havoc.” Richard Dale holds out a hand in
greeting.
Havoc
grips Richard’s forearm and gives a solid shake. “Thank you for allowing me
this opportunity to defend myself.”
“Why don’t we begin with some details of your
life. Exactly who is Havoc?”
Havoc
tilts his head quizzically, thinking of an answer. Richard gives him a
prompting look as he is taking quite some time. “I am the son
of Keezheekoni, and grew up as son to the Alpha in our pack, Niigaanii. After my father’s death, I was not prepared to be
Alpha. I could not submit to another, so I became a lone wolf.”
Havoc gazes into
the distance, lost in his thoughts. A gentle clearing of Richard’s throat
brings Havoc around. “That is when I joined Fury in her quest to track down an
ancient vampire, Malich, who is… well, as all vampires, a rather dire creature.
I do not know why Fury wants his head so badly, but I get to kill vampires, so
I cannot object.”
Richard
Dale smiles. “So, how does one become a
vampire hunter? Did you seek it out, or did the opportunity come to you? And
what role did your Counsel play in your decision, if any?”
Havoc
laughs uncomfortably. “I do not think anyone chooses to be a vampire hunter.
Each person I have met in this life lost a great deal to the vampires. That is
why they do what they do. Fury and I are apparently in a lot of trouble with
the Counsel because they have signed a peace treaty with the vampires. They are
ignoring vampires who blatantly risk the lives of all supernatural beings, by
risking exposure.”
“Fascinating. On a more personal note, what
is your fondest childhood memory?”
Havoc
swallows, visibly upset. He swallows again, trying to get control of his
emotion.
“My
fondest memory was the first time I turned. My Alpha was there. He helped me
with the transition, kept me safe, and showed me that despite the pain, being a
Were doesn’t have to be horrible.”
Richard
leans forward slightly. “How was your
relationship with your father, and how did his death affect you?”
“Beyond
the fact that he was an exceptional Alpha, who led with a light paw. As a
father, he was larger than life. He..” Havoc clears his throat. “He was
everything I hope to be one day. Patient, kind, wise, generous. I really lost
my way after he died.”
“I see. Do you think this shaped the way you
deal with your present relationships? Your bond with Fury, for instance, or
your connection with your fellow werewolves, Screvin and Avie?”
“Well,
he certainly taught me patience. I hope I can teach Screvin the same. I need a
lot of patience to handle Fury. I never intended to become Avie’s Alpha. But I
have tried to lead Avie and Screvin through their transitions with a light paw.
Being a Were is difficult enough, without having an Alpha who takes advantage
of their position. Unfortunately, that has caused… conflicts between Fury and
me. I really do not know how my father did it.”
A
sudden interruption of clinking cups halts the conversation, as a distinguished
gentleman enters the room carrying a tea tray.
“Ah, I
believe it’s time for some refreshment. Impeccable timing, Jenkins. I’m
parched.” Richard turns to Havoc.
“Meet our indispensable butler. Jenkins, this is our guest, Havoc.”
“A
pleasure, sir. I have a lovely Oolong
tea today, as well as coffee. And some scones fresh from the oven.
Would you care for a cup and a bite to eat?” Jenkins sets the tray down and
waits.
Havoc
nods nervously, noting the silver tongs for the sugar with vague unease.
“Coffee is fine, thank you.”
Richard
nods politely, thrumming his fingers on the arm of his chair. “I’ll take the
tea. And one scone.”
Jenkins
pours two cups, serves both men, before retreating.
Richard
Dale takes a sip of his tea and asks, “Have
your feelings and loyalties changed towards the Counsel? Now that they are
hunting you?”
“Well,
I am sure that there is simply a misunderstanding. If Fury and I could simply
speak with them, without the vampire faction intervening, then I am sure they
would agree that their actions are unwarranted. That is how I was hoping you
could help.”
“I’m not sure what sway I have, but you never
know who pays attention to these little chats of mine.” Richard smiled,
somewhat smugly and with a touch of pompous mystery. “The Council can be a stubborn authority. And speaking of such, what is
your view of authority in general? Are you a conformist, or a bit of a rebel?”
“I respect…” Havoc hesitates, searching for the right words. “I respect authority when it is wielded
wisely, for the good of all. I think that is the Counsel’s intention, and I
feel that they must be warned about what is really happening.”
Richard
nodded. “True. The paranormal realm can
be highly dangerous. So who is your
worst enemy? And your best friend?”
"I
am my own worst enemy. Fury is my best friend."
“And for the final question, where do you see
your life headed? In terms of relationships, goals, even survival?”
“As
I have been trying to explain. We must get message to the Counsel so that they
call off this foolish wolf-hunt. If you can get word to them, then we may have
a chance. If we can appear before them, we can explain the situation and I am
sure that they will understand.”
“Thank you, Havoc, for agreeing to this
interview.” Richard
Dale leans back into his chair with a sigh. Then he flashes a smile. “I’m sure the Council will hear of this.”
The Hunters by Heidi Angell
What would you do if you found your town had been infested with vampires? For Chris and his brother Lucas, the answer was simple enough: you fight back. Gathering a small band of other people in their town who have been affected by the vampires, they begin a resistance. But after a year of fighting, they have only managed to kill a handful, while the vampire leader has turned five times that many.
Then two enigmatic strangers appear, changing the group’s lives even further.
Fury and Havoc. They call themselves hunters, and want no part in this little band of heroes. Ordering them to lay low, the duo vow to rid their town of vampires. When Fury is injured, Chris aides these strangers, entwining his future with theirs.
Now that the vampires know the hunters are here, and that Chris and his friends have helped them, the group is in more danger than ever before. Lucas is torn between protecting his new family from the vampires, and protecting them from these seemingly inhuman beings who say they are there to help.
After all, what beings could be so powerful as to scare a vampire?
The Hunters is available on:
The Hunted by Heidi Angell
The highly-anticipated sequel to The Hunters Saga.
Now The Hunters become the hunted.
Follow Fury, Havoc and Screvin as they track down the Werewolf who turned Screvin and try to help her come to terms with what she is. Things are going better than expected with Avie, then the Counsel comes after them. Now the hunters have become the hunted.
Releases February 18th.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Heidi Angell is
a bibliophile, lexicomaniac and wordsmith. She is the author of The Hunters
Series, The Clear Angel Chronicles, and The Hell School Series. She also
created Royal Prince Vince, and Creative Exercises to Inspire.
When she is not
reading and writing, she can be found spending quality time with her lovely
family camping, hiking, swimming, or watching movies.
Want to get to
know Heidi better? Follow her on Goodreads, Instagram, or join her e-newsletter to get weekly emails that show
Heidi’s reader side with author interviews, book reviews, and other awesome
bookish fun!
Like to see more of The Hunters Saga? Check out the tour dates!
Tour List:
1/18 I am
participating in Lyndsey Harper’s The Fell Facebook Party. Come by and learn more about The
Hunters Saga.
1/24 (Character Spotlight) Fireside chat with
Havoc and Richard Dale
1/29 Character
Spotlight: Screvin on Joshua Robertson’s blog.
2/14 My Bloody
Valentine Facebook Hop with A.F. Stewart.
