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In Dark Song Ferro and Elisabeta talk about each other’s “song”. It’s what they hear in the other’s soul. It’s like an aura of soul music that sings of that person’s character, intent and spirit. This isn’t the first time I’ve written about someone having a song or music around them. Even in other books music has always played an important role in my stories.






Sometimes a character can see notes playing or feel an aura of music coming from someone. Sometimes my characters play an instrument or sing, and the music reflects who they are or how they feel. Dark Melody and Dark Symphony both include music in the story. In Dark Peril the song is in small stanzas at the top of each chapter. And let’s not forget the Dark Troubadours!






For Dark Song I knew I wanted to include music and I asked my talented son, Caedyn to help write a song that could represent the book. We collaborated with me writing a chapter and sending it to him to write a verse that would match the mood of that chapter.
I loved the song so much it is included in the book at the front and then lines from the song appear at the top of each chapter like in Dark Peril.





I’ll be the bright star, in the dark hour of night;
When you’re feeling lost, I will be your light.
I am by your side with every step you take;
Fighting every demon, your love I won’t forsake.
When evil seeks a place, deep within your mind;
I will be your shield, protecting what’s inside.
I can’t heal your scars or take away the pain;
But I can be your shelter, a refuge all the same.

I’ll teach you the words, and show you the way;
You’re strong on your own but tell me you’ll stay.
A symphony of power rolling through the land;
You and I together, here we make our stand.
Once blinded by the wicked, now your eyes are clear;
Look inside yourself, there’s nothing left to fear.
The cage has collapsed, the prisoner stands tall;
The battle is ours to end, once and for all.
Now tell me this and tell me true;
Say you’ll choose me, as I chose you.

What once was a blaze, grows stronger than before;
A metal in the forge, turns a sword for the war.
A life of hope sings to you, melodies of devotion;
A world of love awaits, vaster than the ocean.




Do you have a song that speaks to your soul? Tell me what it is!