As fantastical as the first three volumes, this fourth book in the series tells the much-expected (at least by me) story of Vesper, the carnivorous bunny shifter, and Count Vlad Dracula who is, of course, a vampire. Both these men have some very peculiar characteristics and habits, and they're right in the middle of a lot more adventure than they can handle without getting themselves into trouble. Both Vesper's warren and Vlad's parents and coven are not happy with the men's choice of partner, but the two are actually an excellent match.

Vesper is the third friend of the very tight group of three, two of whose stories have already been told. His friend Dineiro, the dragon shifter needs his help, and Larue, the pixie now grown to human size, wants to support him too, but it's his biological father whom they have to convince. Vesper is an interesting guy. He prefers his shifted form, just like Dineiro, and even though he is a carnivorous rabbit, his hunting skills are abysmal, much to his distress. He wants nothing more than to bond with his mate, but the vampire is oddly hesitant. Once they figure out their issues? Get your ice packs and cold drinks ready!

Vlad is an ancient vampire who fled from his homeland (Necro Valley) with his three sisters and now lives in a castle in Merlinia. He likes things done a certain way, but he fears his mate, as much as he admires Vesper, will not be able to satisfy his thirst for blood – and Vlad is scarred to death of hurting him. His reluctance almost costs them everything, but luckily, he is able to change his mind and do what he does best: dominate the heck out of Vesper (in the bedroom only, Vesper is quick to emphasize) and take the blood he needs to let his magic blossom to full strength.

If you enjoy a few paranormal creatures added to your fairy tale heroes, if you enjoy reading about mates who seem too different to stand a chance but are actually made for each other, and if you're looking for a read that contains lots of magic, and is sweet as well as hot, then you will probably like this novella. As always, I'm already looking forward to the next one.


NOTE: This book was provided by Siren Publishing for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
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