"Wonderfully written short story of love with a vampire"

Centuries ago, Dake's wife was murdered. His mother-in-law was angry and turned all the men into blood drinkers to continue the line. Over time, the men forgot the old ceremonies and old ways and have become pleasure seekers.

Charron wishes for death so badly. She is suffering with survivor's guilt. Her twin was killed and Charron is having trouble dealing with it. She races outside in the rain to the grave and is crying there.

Dake just killed a pickpocket, but he's still not satisfied. He also wants sex and more blood. He knew he should have eaten sooner. He hears Charron crying and goes to her. The bloodlust hits him hard. Charron begs him for death. Dake tells her sex with him will grant her wish. Dake senses something different about Charron, for one thing, she can build mental shields so Dake can't read her. Will Charron be Dake's salvation, or will he kill her?

This is a wonderfully written short story of love and a totally new view of vampires. For the first time since her twin's sister, Charron is finally feeling something. After meeting Dake, she decides she doesn't want to die. For the first time, Dake has no desire to kill during sex. He haunts Charron's dreams. If you like a good vampire erotica, don't miss this one.

Reviewed by Chere Gruver
Courtesy Sensual Romance Reviews
Posted December 14, 2003

Summary

Cursed a millennia ago by an ancient Blood Taker, Dake of Laedre lost more than his wife and daughter that terrible day, he lost his soul. Now, he seeks only to slake his lust and bloodthirst, his hope for a different life forever buried in a forgotten past. When grief-stricken and lonely Charron wishes for her death, Dake arrives to grant her request...and finds an unexpected gift: His redemption.