Curse of the Shadows — M.A. Lee

Dangerously passionate, dark, and delicious– fall into a magical world full of heated desires and thrilling romance.Taylor Bordeaux has spent centuries searching for a woman who he could finally make his Vampire Queen. He's arrogant, gorgeous, and used to getting what he wants. However, he would rather walk right out into the sunlight than date any more of Stone Mountains' eligible women.When Brooke Fairchild inherits her great aunt's manor, she finds herself in a whirlwind of trouble. Deceiving family members want the inheritance and estate left to her, and Brooke is almost ready to hand them over the fortune until she stumbles into the enchanting Taylor…in a graveyard…When Taylor discovers that Brooke is now the owner of the magical estate he wishes to purchase, he is drawn to the beauty and peace that Taylor exudes. She's exactly what he's been looking for, except she's far too innocent to be part of his world. And, she has no idea the secrets plaguing her own lineage. Dangers lurk in the shadows, ready and willing to take everything from Brooke– even her life.So, Taylor offers Brooke protection as dangerous supernaturals are after the estate. Brooke can't seem to say no to the infuriatingly handsome and charming man. With each moment they spend together, a sensual desire awakens deep inside both of them. Neither can fight the urges and with each touch they share, new dangers begin to emerge.