The Vampire's Former Flame

Nocturne Falls, Book 16

By: Kristen Painter

Narrated by: B.J. Harrison

Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins

Publisher's summary

Welcome to Nocturne Falls, the town where Halloween is celebrated 365 days a year. The tourists think it's all a show: the vampires, the werewolves, the witches, the occasional gargoyle flying through the sky. But the supernaturals populating the town know better.

Living in Nocturne Falls means being yourself. Fangs, fur, and all.

Ephelia Moreau doesn't know she's in danger. All she knows is that her mothers up to something. Nothing new there. Her mother has been trying to dictate Ephie's life since the day she was born. So when an old boyfriend suddenly appears and tells Ephie about the cool little town he lives in, Ephie jumps on the chance to take a trip, not realizing she's doing exactly what her mother wants. Or what kind of trouble is headed her way.

Remy Lafitte wasn't supposed to be in New Orleans. He was only there to see a sick friend, but then the mother of a former girlfriend finds him and asks for his help. He cant refuse, and not just because her mother is threatening him. If Ephelia's in danger, Remy will do anything he can to protect her (and her cat). She was, after all, the only woman he's ever loved.

Ephie and Remy have a lot of catching up to do, but they may not get the chance when a real threat comes to Nocturne Falls. Suddenly, Ephie's life hangs in the balance and Remy must make a decision. Even if it means breaking his own heart again.

©2024 Kristen Painter (P)2024 Kristen Painter

Cute new addition to the series!

This was cute! What I love about this series is I know, even with all the trials and unhappy moments, that there will always be a happy ending. Plus like this one I think has the cutest cat so far~!

Please Keep Them Coming!

Welcome to Nocturne Falls, the town where Halloween is celebrated 365 days a year. The tourists think it's all a show: the vampires, the werewolves, the witches, the occasional gargoyle flying through the sky. But the supernaturals populating the town know better.

Living in Nocturne Falls means being yourself. Fangs, fur, and all.

Ephelia Moreau doesn't know she's in danger. All she knows is that her mothers up to something. Nothing new there. Her mother has been trying to dictate Ephie's life since the day she was born. So when an old boyfriend suddenly appears and tells Ephie about the cool little town he lives in, Ephie jumps on the chance to take a trip, not realizing she's doing exactly what her mother wants. Or what kind of trouble is headed her way.

Remy Lafitte wasn't supposed to be in New Orleans. He was only there to see a sick friend, but then the mother of a former girlfriend finds him and asks for his help. He cant refuse, and not just because her mother is threatening him. If Ephelia's in danger, Remy will do anything he can to protect her (and her cat). She was, after all, the only woman he's ever loved.

Ephie and Remy have a lot of catching up to do, but they may not get the chance when a real threat comes to Nocturne Falls. Suddenly, Ephie's life hangs in the balance and Remy must make a decision. Even if it means breaking his own heart again.

I really love Nocturne Falls! I wish I could live there! This is another great book in the Nocturne Falls Series. I love all the characters. This book is no exception. Ephie and Remy have been in love for so long, it's great to see them find their way back to one another. Kristen Painter is a great writter and I love all her books! If you love fun and a great series to just sit back and listen to, then look no further! Another great book!

Another feel good atory

I love all of Kristen Painter's and Nocturne Falls Universe Books. BJ Harrison is one of my favorite narrators.

My favorite book of the series

This book has been so emotional for me that during chapter 33 I had to get the tissues 😢 . There's so many different plots that complement each other making it hard to stop listening. I had to check the time left thinking that is about to finish and then it takes several turns. I was not expecting the last chapters character.
Remy and Epholia back each other without dominating or criticizing each other. She's not someone that you can step on. You can see how her confidence grows.
Thank you for writing this wonderful book.

The Vampire’s Former Flame

The Vampire’s Former Flame by Kristen Painter
Nocturne Falls series #16. Paranormal romance on the lighter side. Can be read as a stand-alone.
Nocturne Falls. A town that celebrates Halloween 365 days a year, so paranormals can live openly and tourist just think it’s just tourism.
Remy Lafitte travels to New Orleans to pay his respects to a former mentor and ends up having dinner with his lost love and disapproving mother. Remy is shocked when Ephelia is convinced to travel with him back to Nocturne Falls as a way to protect her from a threat. As expected, that threat does follow the trail back to the small town and it’s up to Remy and other residents to save the day.

🎧 I read this book first as an ebook and did a quick second read today via audiobook. The narration is done by B J Harrison who performs the full series and most of the author catalog. The narration is filled with emotions that make it fun to listen to although he does read slow in my opinion so listened at 1.6 which is slightly faster than my norm.

Entertaining and so much fun to be back in Nocturne Falls and revisit with some of the iconic characters. And I always love the pets in these books. Who can resist a ghost cat that sits on Remy’s head?

Great love story.

I loved the different plot twist and how they flowed with the story. Also, justice wins in the end. Also, the ghost kitty was a nice touch.

When do we get book 17…..

Love this series can’t wait for B-17 to come out. Hopefully there is a book 17. The entire nocturne. Falls universe is absolutely amazing while it is hopeful that you do not have to read the books in order. It is amazing to be able to see the stories and see if you can pick out who the next story will be about… absolutely love every time I hear a new one is coming out. I start the whole series over again. It is one of my comfort books series.

Fun Story, Love Nocturne Falls!!

A visit to Nocturne Falls is always a fun and captivating adventure. I love the paranormal mix of citizens that live there, all their quirks, and how they always look out for each other! Ophelia and Remy's story is a terrific addition to this world. Jean Luc had me just rolling with laughter at times.
As always, the audio narration was delightful and perfectly done!!

Nocturne Falls is my favorite place to visit

Perfect read. Kristen Painter please write these faster and include more of the towns residents. WE LOVE THEM!!

Nocturn Falls books are fabulous.

If you enjoy cozy mysteries, the Nocturn Falls series is definitely one to check out. The world building is amazing and the characters and their inter relationships make these book pure joy to listen to.
In this latest book by Kristen Painter is the 15th in the series written by her, the originator and concept developer. She was kind enough to open the series up to a bunch of other authors, allowing them to write in her world, introduce new characters who interact with her original cast of characters and live and work in Nocturn Falls.
Nocturn Falls is a destination town that is themed by Halloween 365 days per year. It is also a supernatural town that real supernaturals get to be themselves and the tourists think they are actors.
This book, The Vampire's Former Flame is about Sheriff's Deputy Remy Lafette, grandson to the famous New Orleans pirate. Remy and Ophelia were college sweethearts. Though as a vampire Remy was only auditing courses of interest since he is already 200+ years old. Ophelia only 19 human years old, even though she is a fire witch. Things go bad when Remy proposes, and they are both wrecked by it.
Twelve years later they are thrust together again by her mother, inspire of her pure hatred of vampires.
There is a lot of tension from being together and Remy's responsibility to keep Ophelia safe from a jailed voodoo boss with a large crew to do his bidding on the outside.
It is a fun, quick listen, you'll find excuses to listen all the way through.
Narrator B.J. Harrison has narrated all of the Nocturn Falls stories regardless of the author, which is a stroke of genius, lending continuity.
I enjoy this town so much, I wish I could live there. So looking forward to any new books in this series.