Part of Dark, book 36
First published 2022
Vasilisa Sidkorolyavolkva carries royal Lycan blood and the weight of ancient prophecy. Fire burns inside her as she chafes under her family's constant watch. Each day brings mounting dread and restlessness as she awaits the mate foretold to claim her soul. She knows only that he belongs to her and she must guard his spirit. Afanasiv Belan has walked the earth for centuries as an ancient Carpathian. No one has ever touched his mind and heart like Vasilisa does when they finally meet. He sees into her thoughts and feels her emotions as if they were his own. Both warriors carry honor and secrets in equal measure. They recognize themselves as kindred spirits, but claiming each other as lifemates means revealing their darkest truths. The bond will transform them completely, creating something their peoples will fear. Yet only by accepting this change can they hope to survive and protect those they love.
Genres: dark-fantasy, fantasy-romance, paranormal-romance, urban-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, emotional
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, soulmates
Setting: Carpathian
Period: Centuries
Unknown Binding · Berkley Books