A High Fantasy series (DHAMPIR, THIEF OF LIVES, etc.) by Barb & JC Hendee, and published by ROC. Online excerpts available for free preview.
"In DHAMPIR, Barb and JC Hendee mix the Lord of the Rings and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a healthy dose of The Sting for an engaging adventure that is both humorous and exciting."
—Kevin J. Anderson, author of Hidden Empire and Dune: The Butlerian Jihad
Magiere has earned a reputation as the most formidable vampire slayer in the land. Villagers far and wide welcome her with both awe and disdain, grateful to her for ridding their towns of the undead menace, but finding themselves made poorer for their salvation. Magiere has always known she's dealing with simple folk who only wish to have their superstitions silenced, and she's never seen anything wrong with exploiting them for profit.
Now, tired of the game, Magiere and her partner, the half-elf Leesil, are ready to hang up thier weapons and settle down in a place they can finally call home. But their newfound peace will not last. For Magiere has come to the attention of a trio of powerful and dangerous vampires who recognize her true identity — even if she does not — and who fear the birthright that flows through her veins. And they will stop at nothing to keep Magiere from fulfilling her destiny.
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