by Ellen Datlow
First published 2012
A vampire discovers unexpected love when she encounters her human victim. Red Riding Hood walks through woods where wolves offer more than danger. A young man stumbles into faerie celebrations that promise pleasure beyond mortal understanding. A cat goddess takes human form and learns desire. These supernatural beings draw mortals into worlds where attraction becomes transformation. The collection gathers stories where mythical creatures use their otherworldly charm to blur the boundaries between predator and lover. Each tale explores what happens when humans face beings whose beauty masks ancient power. The anthology features contributions from Joyce Carol Oates, Neil Gaiman, Jane Yolen, and Ellen Kushner. Editors Ellen Datlow and Terri Windling curate stories that examine how supernatural seduction changes both the tempter and the tempted.
Genres: romance, fantasy, horror, paranormal
Vibes: dark, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, supernatural
432 pages · Kindle Edition · Open Road Media Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Content warnings: explicit-sexual-content