by Lora Leigh
Part of Breeds, book 9
First published 2004
Jacob belongs to a new race of genetically engineered beings, created in laboratories rather than born naturally. Six years ago, he left Faith behind, never knowing that his departure condemned her to endless sexual torment. His genetic mark on her body triggered a heat that refused to fade, leaving her trapped in constant physical agony. Now Jacob has returned to find Faith still suffering from what he unknowingly did to her. Their reunion brings no relief, only new complications. The same genetic modifications that created Jacob and his kind have made them targets. Dark forces that engineered their very existence now hunt them. Every corner hides potential threats, every moment carries the risk of discovery. Jacob must navigate not only his feelings for Faith but also the deadly reality of what they both are. The sexual bond between them remains as powerful as ever, but survival depends on staying ahead of those who would destroy them. Their love story unfolds against a backdrop of constant danger, where their enhanced genetics are both gift and curse.
Genres: science-fiction, romance, suspense, thriller
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
257 pages · Paperback · Ellora's Cave Publishing
Content warnings: explicit-sexual-content