First published 2010
This anthology presents twenty stories and one poem where undead lovers pursue mortal hearts across impossible divides. The collection examines relationships where one partner exists beyond death while the other remains fully alive. Age gaps span millennia as ancient vampires encounter contemporary humans. Body temperatures that match morgue slabs meet warm human skin. Each story explores how attraction transcends the barrier between life and death. The tales feature vampires who experience genuine affection rather than simple hunger. Human characters must navigate relationships with beings whose very nature defies natural law. Writers craft scenarios where supernatural desires merge with recognizable romantic emotions. The stories transform creatures traditionally seen as predators into complex romantic figures. Love becomes both sensual and otherworldly as couples bridge the ultimate divide.
Genres: romance, fantasy, supernatural, paranormal
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, supernatural-romance
440 pages · Hardcover · Sterling Publishing