The Velvet Quiet : Volume 1

by Laurel Black

'The two stared out at the sky. Alex reminisced on what could have been, what he’d already achieved. He thought about Alice, about the lovers he abandoned, the dreams he built for himself. And as the sun kept rising, he couldn't help but turn to Erin then. He titled his chin up, and kissed him once more, their hands still intertwined.

'Light filled the sky, and just like that, everything faded to white.'


We fell in love within the veil. Our arms caressed our lovers, as we spoke our promises in the dark. We made our vows, and made them ours, no matter what anyone else may think. Our hearts called out to our lovers, and when Death finally comes for us, we'll fall asleep softly, gently.

This short story collection includes His Grey Eyes, Time's Decadence, and The Reaper's Blessing.

124 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 31, 2018

About the author

I enjoy reading, writing, and crocheting. I have a weakness for paranormal romance and dark fantasy books, as well as Gothic fairy tale re-tellings. My favorite games so far are Nier and Nier Automata, and I like making fun of my family and boyfriend in the acknowledgement section of my books.