Kingdom in Peril: A Monster Horror Novel (The Lamprey of the Lake)

As his father the king lies dying, Tulian makes a bargain with an enchantress who dwells in a nearby lake. She agrees to help him protect the kingdom, but the price is high. When she calls, Tulian must go to her or there will be dire consequences. For, the enchantress and her sisters have the ability to transform into giant lampreys. If Tulian fails to keep his promise, she vows to unleash her wrath upon the kingdom, and exact her revenge.

Tulian succeeds in achieving peace, but when the lady calls him to fulfill his promise he refuses to answer, and the attacks begin. Men are found with horrific wounds. The lady’s sisters, like her, are giant lampreys that not only draw the life from their victims but enthrall them.

Hedwyr, the king’s enchanter, must find a way to protect Tulian, or risk seeing the kingdom fall to invaders. It will take all his power to fight the monster that has been aroused. Athwyn, the old king’s widow, has her own secret desires. Will she be the one to outsmart the lamprey of the lake?