by J.R. Ward
Part of Black Dagger Brotherhood, book 5
First published 2007
Vishous lives for war. This vampire warrior battles the Lessening Society alongside his Brotherhood, wielding both brutal combat skills and visions of what lies ahead. He wants nothing to do with feelings or romantic entanglements. His curse brings only destruction, and his gift of foresight shows him futures he cannot change. Everything shifts when Vishous suffers a life threatening wound. Dr. Jane Whitcomb, a human surgeon, tends to his injuries and sees past his defenses. She draws out emotions he has buried and awakens desires he never knew existed. For the first time, Vishous experiences genuine pleasure and connection. But his predetermined fate will not be denied. The destiny that governs his existence pulls him toward a future that cannot include Jane. Vishous must choose between the woman who has shown him what it means to truly live and the cosmic forces that demand his compliance. His visions have always been absolute, yet his heart rebels against accepting a life without her.
Genres: romance, adult-fiction, fantasy-romance, paranormal-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
502 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Signet
Content warnings: violence