A ruthless demon mercenary with a debt to pay meets his match in an innocent halfling who upends everything he thought he wanted—and discovers that redemption might taste a lot sweeter than revenge. When Cadeon sets out to use Holly as a means to an end, he finds himself completely undone by the woman who challenges him at every turn, drawing him deeper into a world of dangerous desire he never expected to surrender to. Thrust into a sensual realm of immortals and dark magic, Holly must navigate her newfound abilities while resisting the magnetic pull of the tormented warrior sworn to protect her—even as the lines between duty and genuine connection blur dangerously. Cole masterfully weaves together sizzling tension, emotional depth, and paranormal intrigue in this swoon-worthy installment that'll have you rooting for these damaged souls to find their way to each other.

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