Dark Creations Series by Jennifer Martucci, Christopher Martucci

Melissa Martin was not prepared for what she experienced when a new student walked into her English class, how she felt the first time they spoke; she did not believe in love at first sight. At seventeen years old, she envisioned love but never dreamed it possible.That was before she met Gabriel James.Gabriel was different from other boys. With otherworldly attractiveness, gallantry, charm, and intelligence, Gabriel was everything boys her age were not... moreMelissa Martin was not prepared for what she experienced when a new student walked into her English class, how she felt the first time they spoke; she did not believe in love at first sight. At seventeen years old, she envisioned love but never dreamed it possible.That was before she met Gabriel James.Gabriel was different from other boys. With otherworldly attractiveness, gallantry, charm, and intelligence, Gabriel was everything boys her age were not. As her relationship with Gabriel grew, she realized his kindness and generosity matched his extraordinary physical appearance. Melissa found her feelings for him growing stronger with their every encounter.But Gabriel had a secret, a dark secret.Gabriel was no ordinary teenage boy. His exceptional attributes were not random inheritances from his ancestry. His origins were far different.Gabriel James was not born of man and woman. His DNA was hand-picked and refined by Dr. Franklin Terzini and grown in a clandestine facility in the Russian Far East. Dr. Terzini created Gabriel to be the future of the human species, a perfected version. The crucial difference between Gabriel and the rest of humanity, however, was his inability to experience emotions. His lack of emotion was not by accident, but by design. Dr. Terzini believed that humankind would best be served without sentimentality, that feelings were the root of every ill within society. Gabriel supposed Terzini’s theory to be true; until he met Melissa.Despite Terzini’s intention, Melissa Martin awakens feelings within Gabriel, offers him life beyond his maker’s confines. Gabriel realizes emotionality is not what is wrong with the world, but what gives life meaning. He realizes he must risk everything to be with her, to conceal his relationship with her from Terzini.Elsewhere, in a far corner of the Earth, Dr. Franklin Terzini’s earliest creation spirals out of control, no longer contented by his meditative state, propelled by an insatiable bloodlust. A creature more powerful and hideous than any that roam the planet, his first creation journeys to the United States leaving a trail of victims in his wake, as hatred for Gabriel fuels his voyage.Dr. Terzini’s discovery of Gabriel’s feelings and his connection with Melissa, along with the arrival of his first creation, threatens to destroy more than Gabriel’s relationship. Gabriel desperately struggles to protect her from the unrelenting forces conspiring against them. He must guard her against his maker and shield her from the wrath of mankind’s darkest creation. less

Gabriel James never imagined he would fall in love, didn’t believe it possible, until he met Melissa. Melissa Martin changed him, transformed his life completely and caused him to feel as he never had before. He never dreamed his origins would put her at risk and ultimately threaten her life. He never thought he would have to leave and endure the pain of losing her. To ensure her safety, he made a deal with his creator, Dr... moreGabriel James never imagined he would fall in love, didn’t believe it possible, until he met Melissa. Melissa Martin changed him, transformed his life completely and caused him to feel as he never had before. He never dreamed his origins would put her at risk and ultimately threaten her life. He never thought he would have to leave and endure the pain of losing her. To ensure her safety, he made a deal with his creator, Dr. Franklin Terzini, to disappear and take with him incriminating evidence that implicated the geneticist in the embezzlement of genetic material and human cloning. In exchange for her safety, he was forced to disappear to a remote location and never return to Harbingers Falls again.When Gabriel left Harbingers Falls five months earlier, he thought he’d lost everything. He believed he had no choice but to exist in a world without the only person he had ever loved, the only person that had ever loved him. He soon discovers, however, that his suffering has been in vain, that leaving Harbingers Falls was a horrible mistake. He unearths vital evidence that suggests Melissa is in danger and that Dr. Terzini has not upheld his end of their agreement. He suspects that old enemies have come back to pursue her, that their missions have been resurrected.Gabriel must race against time and travel to Harbingers Falls to save Melissa from the evil that is closing in all around her. He returns to find that things are far different than what he originally thought. Will Gabriel be able to save Melissa from the danger that threatens from every direction or has a new ally arrived to take her away, forever.Show More Show Less -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- less

Gabriel and Melissa were enjoying their time together in Harbingers Falls. Months had gone by with no sign of activity from Dr. Franklin Terzini. Their lives had returned to normal, or as normal as could be expected. They knew that as long as Terzini lived, however, they would never be truly safe. Yet they tried to enjoy each day of safety that passed. Working and planning for college distracted them from the never-ending threat that loomed on their horizon... moreGabriel and Melissa were enjoying their time together in Harbingers Falls. Months had gone by with no sign of activity from Dr. Franklin Terzini. Their lives had returned to normal, or as normal as could be expected. They knew that as long as Terzini lived, however, they would never be truly safe. Yet they tried to enjoy each day of safety that passed. Working and planning for college distracted them from the never-ending threat that loomed on their horizon. But jobs and future plans are jeopardized when they discover pregnant women have been disappearing across the country. Their discovery means their days of peace have ended. Gabriel suspects the disappearances are related to Terzini. To be sure, he and Melissa, along with Yoshi and Alexandra, travel to California to see for themselves. While there, they discover that the geneticist has, in fact, been busy in his absence, and that the missing women are just the beginning of an elaborate plot to eradicate humankind. Gabriel's journey leads him to the the small town of Santa Ynez, California. There, he learns that the community has been compromised, infiltrated by a legion of Terzini's creations. Members of the new race walk among the general population, work, even hold positions of power. All the while, its citizens remain unaware. Except one. Army Staff Sergeant Jack Downing has returned to Santa Ynez after completing his final tour of active duty in the Middle East. The impending birth of his first child and adjusting to civilian lifestyle had him feeling nervous and excited; until he saw his wife, Dawn. Dawn melted his every worry. Wrapped in her loving arms he knew their future would be bright. But his warm homecoming is cut short when two police officers arrive at his home and abduct his pregnant wife. Worlds collide in this heart-pounding continuation of the Dark Creations series. Pregnant women are being targeted, a geneticist is being tracked, and abductors will be hunted. Will Gabriel stop Dr. Terzini before he overtakes humanity? Will Jack rescue his wife and unborn child, or have their fates already been sealed? less

Melissa and Gabriel thought their nightmare had ended, that they would finally enjoy peace in their lives. But one night, an old friend returns with news that threatens to bring their world crashing down around them. They must travel once again to a faraway location and confront unspeakable horror. This fifth installment of the Dark Creations series will leave you at the edge of your seat... moreMelissa and Gabriel thought their nightmare had ended, that they would finally enjoy peace in their lives. But one night, an old friend returns with news that threatens to bring their world crashing down around them. They must travel once again to a faraway location and confront unspeakable horror. This fifth installment of the Dark Creations series will leave you at the edge of your seat. Lives will be changed forever, loyalties will be challenged, and good will be put to the ultimate test against evil. less

Time is ticking down to the dark ending of humankind…Gabriel James races into the heart of darkness hoping to rescue the only woman he has ever loved, Melissa Martin. Will he be able to save her, or is she lost forever?Jack, Alexandra and Daniella make a stand in an attempt to save a town from certain destruction. Will they succeed or are they fighting an insurmountable force?Amber and Kyle race to stop the release of a virus so deadly, it will eradicate humankind... moreTime is ticking down to the dark ending of humankind…Gabriel James races into the heart of darkness hoping to rescue the only woman he has ever loved, Melissa Martin. Will he be able to save her, or is she lost forever?Jack, Alexandra and Daniella make a stand in an attempt to save a town from certain destruction. Will they succeed or are they fighting an insurmountable force?Amber and Kyle race to stop the release of a virus so deadly, it will eradicate humankind. Will they make it in time or will humanity fall?Find out in this heart-stopping, action-packed final installment of the DARK CREATIONS SERIES. less