Galin Eliassen came into existence as a vampire.Living in obscurity for centuries caused him to feel shame about his true nature. Hope for his species to emerge from the shadows was ignited by a new century and a business venture with his brother. It was only after he had forged a friendship with Vivienne and her brother that tragedy unfolded. What would make Galin turn the fiery Vivienne into a vampire when he could have so easily left her for dead in the alley where he found her? Follow the evolution of Galin and Vivienne's story and get a taste of what modern vampires have evolved into. Have you read The Turned Gods book series and wondered about Galin & Viv's story? Haven't read the series yet? This first character companion takes place at the turn of the 20th century in the bustling port city of Genova, Italy. In the time order related to The Turned Gods series, it comes before Original Grace.