Despite his father's determination to "modernize" Zoltan clan, Anthony refuses to change his ways. Taking what he wants has always worked well in the past and he sees no reason to alter his strategy. Monique Vasco attracts him more intensely than any woman he's ever met before and she's an organic vampire, the necessary qualification for becoming his mate. Monique reluctantly agrees to help her father's ally introduce his son's to the expectations of modern society. After three hundred years of seclusion, Zoltan clan has a lot to learn. The oldest son Anthony, is arrogant and demanding, but his brooding good looks and seductive charm tempt her away from her planned activities. She can't seem to remember what she's trying to accomplish every time she looks into his smoldering eyes. Without warning, Monique finds herself trapped in a secluded castle, prisoner to the most dangerously appealing man she's ever met. Instead of teaching Anthony how to adjust to modern society, Anthony and his personal guard are showing her the unbelievable pleasures only attainable within the social structure of a bygone world.