Holy gargoyles!! This was amazing!! Review to come... 
 Update 12/3/13: 
 I don't quite know what type of magic Jennifer possesses, but it works for me. This book was so amazing, I can barely put it into words. While this book introduces the characters that The Dark Elements series will focus on, Layla and Zayne, it mainly focuses on two other characters, Jas and Dez. The introduction to the gargoyle world is extremely creative, unique, and interesting. Jennifer has set herself apart from several other gargoyle books I have read by also combining the story with demons. It makes for a very exciting and heart pounding novella that will leave any reader desperate to get their hands on the first book in the series. 
 Dez and Jas were great as main characters. Jas was a strong lead that was kick-ass and ready for adventure, and Dez was right there waiting to give it to her. The connection between the two was undeniable from the start, but I loved the progression of their relationship over the course of the novella. I hope that both of them are in the next book as well, because they were both awesome! And Herbert...I loved him soooo much!! 
 The writing, as expected since this is Jennifer we're talking about, is flawless. The world is explained so eloquently and perfect that it never feels overwhelming or too much. This prequel sets up the story for the first novel, White Hot Kiss perfectly, and I can't wait to read it. While we only get a short glimpse of Layla and Zayne, I can already tell they're both going to bring a lot of excitement to the series. This novella, while way too short, is chock full of action, humor, suspense, and romance. It's something different and new, and it a definite must read! The preview for White Hot Kiss has left me in high anticipation for the series, and February can't come faster. 
 Happy reading :)