Vijaya Schartz writes paranormal, sensuality and suspense. Born in France, Vijaya is a daredevil and a world traveler who brings an exotic quality to all her novels, whether fantasy, science fiction or romance, and often a combination of all the above. Her published books collected many five star reviews and literary awards. She is a master of suspense and will make you believe you actually lived these extraordinary adventures among her characters. So, go ahead, dare to experience the magic, and her compelling stories will keep you entranced, turning the pages until the last line. Her titles include Ashes for the Elephant God, Archangel Crusader, Archangel Checkmate, Relics, White Tiger, Lockdown, and soon a prequel to the Operation Pleiades series to be released in early 2006.