It was years later that Lestat admitted he’d been toying with the idea of turning Barney, giving her the Dark Gift, making her the possibly first vampire cat in existence. The thought had come to him as early as he had carried the ferocious little kitten in its box from the studio, which his band … Continue reading Barney (Epilogue)
"Louis! Louis? Lou?!" Lestat's voice boomed through the house on Rue Royale. He tried again when there was no reply. Still nothing. Where was he? Quite out of the ordinary, Lestat had awoken alone in Louis' coffin that evening. They spent most of their days there, enjoying the proximity of the other, needing the reassurance … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 11)
After dessert and coffee, where I make a point to praise Big Mal's vegan ice cream, I declare my wish to go home. Josie and Mal try to convince me to stay, but Bruno, my cat, needs feeding, and I long for some peace and quiet in my own four walls. It was a long … Continue reading First Times – Sazerac & Beignets (3)
Louis watched in horror as the white van sped towards the cat. Everything seemed to be happening in slow motion and too quickly at the same time. His limbs reacted before his mind could form a coherent thought. With all the speed his vampire body could muster, he raced toward the tabby, seizing him mid-sprint. … Continue reading Barney (Chapter 5)
Daughter of Gallifrey 