A powerful woman faces terrible danger, and the only one who can help her is a dangerous vampire in this romance by aNew York Timesbestselling author.

Two hundred years have passed since Anna Randal gave herself to Conde Cezar in a night of relentless passion. Since then, Anna has become filled with unearthly power she cant begin to comprehend. And the sexy, charming vampire responsible has eluded all of her efforts to track him down, until now . . .

Cezars blissful encounter with Anna cost him two centuries of penance. But one thing hasnt changedhis bodys response to her is as urgent as ever. Now, commanded by the Oracles to keep watch over Anna, Cezar finds himself torn between his need to protect herand to possess her . . .

Someone wants Anna dead. And as an ancient enemy prepares to wage a terrifying battle, Anna must decide whether to succumb to a dark, burning desireand accept a destiny that could change the world forever . . .

Praise for Alexandra Ivy'sEmbrace The Darkness

Ivy creates such vivid and complex characters, their emotional struggles feel real even though their exploits are supernatural. A true gift to the genre! Romantic Times

Delivers plenty of atmosphere and hot-blooded seduction. Publishers Weekly

"A darkly erotic adventure with a vampire hero who can bite me anytime! Readers will adore Cezar's deliciously romantic craving for feisty, idealistic Anna Randal. New York Timesbestselling author Angela Knight