Part of Love at Stake, book 14
First published 2013
Dougal Kincaid needs to prove himself ready for battle again. The vampire warrior suffered injuries fighting the Malcontents, evil vampires bent on world domination. Now he wants back on active duty protecting humans from these threats. But his body betrays him whenever he sees Dr. Leah. His wounded hand behaves strangely, and his dragon tattoo burns with unexpected heat. Leah struggles to accept what she witnesses. As a scientist, she finds vampires impossible to believe. Yet they stand before her, requesting help with a genetic mystery that could save humanity. One even wears a kilt. When Dougal fixes his green eyes on her, her heart pounds. She feels drawn to him despite her doubts. Dougal fights to master his reactions while proving his worth as a protector. Leah must decide whether to trust these supernatural beings and the intense attraction she cannot ignore. Their worlds collide as ancient enemies threaten mortal lives and an unlikely romance sparks between warrior and scientist.
Genres: science-fiction, romance, fantasy, paranormal-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
384 pages · ebook · Avon