Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of humans and vampires. They protect vampire secrets—and human lives.
In the aftermath of a forbidden moment that rocked Sydney to her core, she finds herself struggling to draw the... read more
“Adrian's face was the picture of perfect politeness and restraint, meaning something disastrous was about to happen.”Sydney Sage
“Who knows more about male weakness: you or me? Use my knowledge, Sage.”Adrian Ivashkov
“Under normal circumstances, you inviting me to the bedroom would be the highlight of my day.”Adrian Ivashkov
“Do you want me to call you Celery Stick instead of Cupcake or Honey-Pie? It just doesn’t inspire the same warm and fuzzy feelings”Adrian Ivashkov
“It’s Kahlua, Sage. Packed with sugar and coffee flavor.”Adrian Ivashkov
“I didn't really know if that was a valid argument, seeing as Adrian was distracted by a lot of things. Fondue. T-shirts. Kittens.”Sydney Sage
“And so, what then? I show some skin, and the world is mine?”Sydney Sage
“You and I just have to overcome hundreds of years’ worth of deeply ingrained prejudice and taboo between our two races. Easy.”Adrian Ivashkov
“I don’t think you are evil.” “See? Things are already looking promising.”Sydney and Adrian
“I know I’m not supposed to say this, but I think I love you more than ever.”Adrian Ivashkov
“No matter how hard I tried, I just didn't have that same attraction. His hair was too blonde, I decided. And his eyes needed a little more green.”Sydney Sage
“If someone like you showed up to abduct me, I'd let you.”Adrian Ivashkov
Chapter 1 - 25
Preceded by The Golden Lily, and followed by The Fiery Heart.
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