We Love the Nightlife: A Novel BY Rachel Koller Croft

In this gripping dark fantasy set against London's vibrant 1970s disco scene, two vampires find themselves entangled in a toxic friendship that leads them towards a dramatic showdown.

In 1979, Nicola, a brooding vampire with nearly two centuries of life behind her, meets Amber, a spirited American with a passion for disco, on the dance floor. Their immediate connection blossoms into an offer of eternal companionship, promising a life filled with glamour and nightlife. For Nicola, the allure of Amber’s vivacity and the endless disco beats make their union irresistible.

Fast forward nearly fifty years, and the once-thrilling friendship has soured. Amber, now weary of Nicola’s dominance and the stifling confinement of their vampiric existence, seeks to escape. Her attempts to sever ties with Nicola are fraught with danger, as past rebels against Nicola's control have met grisly ends.

In a desperate bid to rekindle their past joy and secure Amber’s loyalty, Nicola proposes they open a nightclub—a nostalgic nod to their shared history as dancing queens. Amber reluctantly agrees, but she harbors a secret escape plan. She knows that breaking free from Nicola's grip is fraught with peril, and failure could mean her death.

As the nightclub’s grand opening approaches, Amber’s desperate scheme unfolds amidst the glitter and shadows of the disco era. The stakes are high, and the potential for catastrophe looms large. In this thrilling tale of betrayal, obsession, and survival, the question remains: will Amber escape, or will the party end in disaster?