Immortals After Dark 06 - Dark Desires After Dusk

“A unique take on paranormal romance.”
    —Sherrilyn Kenyon on A Hunger Like No Other
    The “awe-inspiring” ( Romantic Times) New York Times bestselling author KRESLEY COLE Winner of the 2007 RITA Award for Best Paranormal Romance
    The critics love her “devilishly passionate” ( Romantic Times ) series The Immortals After Dark
    WICKED DEEDS ON A WINTER’S NIGHT
    “Leave it to the awe-inspiring Cole to dish up a combustible mix of sorcery and passion. One for the keeper shelf!”
    — Romantic Times (Four and a half Stars; HOT)
    NO REST FOR THE WICKED
    “Sizzling sex and high-stakes adventure are what’s on tap in mega-talented Cole’s sensational new paranormal release…one nonstop thrill ride. Brava!”
    — Romantic Times (Top Pick)
    “What a fabulous story! I can hardly wait to get my hands on the next one in the series.”
    —Bella Online
    “Oh, wow! Kresley Cole writes another spine-tingling, adventurous, and passionate romance…. I recommend readers grab a copy of Kresley Cole’s No Rest for the Wicked today. It’s a definite keeper.”
    — Romance Reviews Today
    A HUNGER LIKE NO OTHER 2007 RITA Award Winner
    “With intense action, devilishly passionate sex, and fascinating characters, A Hunger Like No Other leads readers into an amazing and inventive alternate reality…. Hot stuff!”
    — Romantic Times (Top Pick)
    “Unquestionably an awe-inspiring romance!”
    — Reader to Reader Reviews
    “Not just another romantic read…it’s a powerful experience!”
    — The Best Reviews
    “A unique romance—it truly stands on its own!”
    —Sherrilyn Kenyon, New York Times bestselling author
    And her gripping historical romances featuring the MacCarrick brothers
    IF YOU DECEIVE
    “With power and passion, Cole completes her MacCarrick brothers trilogy with a bang…. You’ll be held fast in Cole’s grip and utterly satisfied with every aspect of her story.”
    — Romantic Times (Top Pick)
    IF YOU DESIRE
    “Cole steams up the pages and keeps you coming back for more…. It’s impossible to resist these heroes and their stories. Savor every moment of another passionate tale from a queen of adventure romance.”
    — Romantic Times (Top Pick)
    IF YOU DARE
    “Filled with heated passion and wonderful repartee.”
    — Romantic Times (Reviewers’ Choice Award Winner)
    “Cole’s voice is powerful and gripping, and If You Dare is her steamiest yet!”
    — New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller
    “A deliciously entertaining read that kept the sexual tension high!”
    —Romance Designs
    “[A] classic romantic adventure that will leave you breathless!”
    — New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn

Books by Kresley Cole
    The Sutherland Series
    The Captain of All Pleasures
    The Price of Pleasure
    The MacCarrick Brothers Series
    If You Dare
    If You Desire
    If You Deceive
    The Immortals After Dark Series
    A Hunger Like No Other
    No Rest for the Wicked
    Wicked Deeds on a Winter’s Night
    Dark Needs at Night’s Edge

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For Richard
Because you’re like Rain Man with numbers,
and you don’t laugh at me ’cause I’m not.

    Jag älskar dig för alltid.

Acknowledgments
    My heartfelt thanks go out to the Gibson Hall Grid. You know cryptography, so I don’t have to. And much love to the usual suspects: Gena, Boo, Beth, and Rocki. All fabulous authors and amazing friends.

Glossary of Terms from The Living Book of Lore
    The Lore
    “…and those sentient creatures that are not human shall be united in one stratum, coexisting with, yet secret from, man’s.”
    The Valkyrie
    “When a maiden warrior screams for courage as she dies in battle, Wóden and Freya heed her call. The two gods give up