Vampires and werewolves are natural enemies. Therefore, Andre has no regrets about killing Raúl, the Alpha of the Wintermane pack, who plans to attack the Crimson Cathedral nightclub, revealing the presence of vampires to the human world. When Sand learns of his brother's murder, he debates seeking revenge because he hates Raúl, who backed their father when he forced Sand out of the pack for being gay. Then, he discovers that Estebe, the new Alpha, plans to continue Raúl's mission. Things come to a head when Sand, a bodyguard, escorts a client's daughter to the nightclub and the club's owner tells Andre to find out why Sand is there. Despite their differences, instant lust drives Andre into Sand's bed-but not before they agree to work together to stop Estebe. Can they successfully end Estebe's existence -- and survive? And, will their relationship stand a chance as lust turns to an attraction that defies the belief that they are supposed to be mortal enemies?

Unnatural Allies

Moving silently away from Thorin and the shield, Sand inched his way through the trees until he was beneath a rocky outcropping. He tensed his muscles and sprang, landing on the narrow ledge. Hunkering down in the deep shadows, he swung his head, inhaling the werewolf’s scent. It was several yards above him. He heard a rustling and peered up to see the indistinct shape of the werewolf’s head silhouetted by the wan light of the waning moon.


Sand was tempted to ask the Joker’s question from Batmanabout dancing in the moonlight as he prepared to leap into action—and restrained himself. It would take away what element of surprise he might have, presuming the werewolf wasn’t already aware of his presence, even though he was downwind from him.


Chapter 26