by Kresley Cole
Part of Immortals After Dark, book 11
First published 2012
Lothaire has spent centuries plotting his revenge against the vampire Horde, driven by bloodlust that has pushed him to the edge of madness. The ruthless immortal believes he has found the key to seizing the crown when he abducts Elizabeth Peirce from death row. Ellie grew up in crushing poverty and now faces a murder conviction, but her troubles have only begun. Lothaire plans to sacrifice her soul within one month to gain the power he craves. Yet something unexpected happens as Ellie soothes his tormented mind and awakens emotions he thought were dead. He showers her with luxuries and passion while she fights to protect her heart from the vampire who will destroy her. As the deadline approaches, Lothaire faces an impossible choice. He can complete his millennia-old vendetta and claim his throne, or he can abandon everything for the mortal woman who has become his fated mate. The decision will determine whether he remains trapped by his dark past or risks his immortal existence for love.
Genres: romance, fantasy, adult-fiction, paranormal-romance
Vibes: dark, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity
Setting: Death Row
Period: Centuries
468 pages · Hardcover · Gallery Books
Content warnings: violence