The Gathering is continued in a second volume, Book II. Part of the Hartstein universe
Terry, Paul, Trevor, Barbara and Gretchen dine out. Terry tells of her first time with Paul while Gretchen and Barbara slurp away under the table. Also introduced are tow new characters: Anita and Isfair, who will go on to there own stories elsewhere.
Rock and Flower, prince and princess of Orinova, were betrothed as children in an arranged marriage and raised together to ensure a successful union. Now grown, they must confront a mysterious evil that has arisen in the mountains, hidden for centuries. Its cause and power are unknown. Only their courage, training, and bond can save the realm from the darkness that threatens all.
Their business is failing, one contract will make the diffence between going under and success, she is willing to do whatever it takes to get that contract!