Dark Enchantments

Series · 4 books · 2007

By Michele Hauf, Pat White, Cynthia Cooke, and more

Books in series

Familiar Stranger

2007

Recruited by a secret paranormal organization to hunt demons, Jack Harris never guessed the revenge he sought for his partner's death would be this complicated. Jack's worldview is black-and-white—until he is ordered to follow Mersey Bane, a beautiful woman who is also a familiar with shape-shifting abilities. Mersey belongs to the Cadre—a peaceful hermetic order that captures and studies Otherworldly Entities—which is at odds with Jack's organization. As Jack delves deeper into the inner workings of the Cadre, he finds himself drawn to Mersey like a moth to a flame. She may challenge all his beliefs, but she brings color and passion to his world. Jack doesn't know whether what he feels for Mersey is love or lust. But if he doesn't figure it out soon, they may become the hunted instead of the hunters.

Rising Darkness

2007

Demon hunter, vampire and member of the Cadre,Damien Hancock has come to Wolvesrain to helpEmma McGovern defend herself against a powerfuldemon. For if Emma finds love—and consummatesthat love—the demon Asmos will fulfill a generations-old curse and claim her soul. Damien knows justhow powerful the ancient demon is, but he neveranticipated the all-consuming effect courageousEmma would have on him. Having led a sheltered life within the walls of herancestral estate, Emma senses that Damien, like her,carries too much pain and loneliness in his heart.But as their attraction proves impossible to resist,Emma fears it is the curse that is drawing themtogether. Can the love she has found in Damien'sstrong arms now help her fight the rising darkness?

Night Mischief

2007

New York Times bestselling author Nina Bruhns presents one of her most beloved titles, NIGHT MISCHIEF, part of the DARK ENCHANTMENTS series, which includes both full length romance novels as well as short novellas such as this book's companion story, LORD WESTON, VAMPIRE SLAYER. NIGHT MISCHIEF What good could come of a bargain with the devil? Lady Dawn Maybank takes her responsibilities to the Cadre, a secret order of demon hunters, very seriously. She never imagines that a thoughtlessly worded university lecture could conjure up her worst nightmare—a demon of vengeance. Or that this demon, Galen McManus, will propose a trade that could finally earn her the respect she's sought her entire life. But dare she accept? For in exchange for the Demon Stone, a long-lost diamond for which her father the earl has been searching his whole life, Dawn must spend five nights in the sinfully handsome demon's bed. When bad boys go good... But Dawn is haunted by a fatal flaw she is desperate to hide from the rest of the world. And little does she know that Galen's real objective is to weave his own brand of cosmic justice upon her. But in the end, the sinister net the arrogant demon has woven about her traps his most unsuspecting victim yet—himself. And for the most unlikely of reasons—love. DARK ENCHANTMENTS - the series Four hundred years ago a secret, hermetic order was created by the first Earl of St. Yve and a handful of initiates who pledged their lives to keep the world safe from evil paranormal beings. Ever since, the Cadre has been dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between the mortal and Dark realms through research and observation of otherworldly entities. Seldom does the Cadre interfere. But not all mortals seek peaceful understanding between the realms. In recent decades, an opposing force has been created by the British Security Service. This covert group, called P-Cell, has but one directive—destroy paranormal creatures of all kinds. As the two organizations fight faithfully for their separate causes, unbeknownst to either of them the dark forces of evil gather, preparing to overtake the mortal realm....

Saving Destiny

2007

COULD SHE REALLY BE THE FATED HEALER?All her life, Destiny Rue has feared the family curse: insanity. So when she meets Kade Sharpe, a handsome businessman interested in her scientific research, she attributes the vivid fantasies and, worse yet, voices, to the onset of her dreaded family legacy. But then Kade spins a tale about an Ash Demon Warrior blackmailed by the Cadre into saving the Crystal Goddess, a healer of legend who could destroy his kind. Suddenly, everything Destiny has believed about her life is called into question....The old Destiny would have been terrified. But, armed with the strength Kade has given her, the new Destiny considers the magnitude of her legacy. For if she is the fated healer, how can she choose between the life of the man who's changed her entire world and the balance between good and evil?

Authors

Michele Hauf

Author · 72 books

Michele has been writing romance, action-adventure and fantasy stories for over twenty years. Her first published novel was DARK RAPTURE. France, musketeers, vampires and faeries populate her stories. And if she followed the adage 'write what you know', all her stories would have snow in them. Fortunately, she steps beyond her comfort zone and writes about countries she has never visited and of creatures she has never seen. Michele also writes as Michele Renae, and you can find her erotica, chick lit, and Harlequin Romance titles at your favorite online retailer. —From the author's website bio

Pat White

Author · 15 books

An eternal optimist, Pat has been spinning stories in her head ever since she was a little kid—stories of romance, intrigue and adventure. A former figure skater, jazz pianist and journalist, Pat discovered her passion for writing fiction and screenplays and never looked back. Her book, Ring Around My Heart, was named Best Contemporary Romance by RT Bookclub Magazine, and Pat's script, Escape, won the Page International Screenwriting Competition. When she's not at her computer, you'll find her hiding out in a movie theatre, hiking in the Cascade Mountains, or training her feisty Golden Retriever, Fiona.

Cynthia Cooke

Author · 22 books

Cynthia Cooke is an acclaimed USA Today Bestselling author, with a prolific career spanning two decades. Since her debut in 2003, Cynthia has captivated readers worldwide with her compelling storytelling. With over 40 novels to her name, she has enchanted audiences in 12 different countries through her works published by esteemed houses such as Harlequin, Entangled Publishing, and Amazon Kindle Worlds. Recognized for her mastery of heartwarming small-town romantic suspense, Cynthia fearlessly guides her readers along the razor's edge of anticipation and intrigue. Her immersive narratives leave no room for rest and take you on a thrilling journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat long into the night. Take a leap of faith and immerse yourself in Cynthia Cooke's world, where the heart races, emotions soar, and love conquers all. Twitter - https://twitter.com/CynthiaCooke5 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cynthia.cook...

Nina Bruhns

Author · 32 books

New York Times and USA Today best selling author Nina Bruhns is an avid world traveler and adventurer with two graduate degrees in archaeology—all great fodder for her stories, giving them broad dimension, vivid settings and characters that are out of the ordinary. In addition to hitting both the NY Times and USA Today bestseller lists, her novels have earned two RITA nominations, and won numerous other awards, including three prestigious Daphne du Maurier Awards of Excellence for Overall Best Mystery Suspense Novel of the Year, five Dorothy Parker Awards, several RT BookClub Awards and a National Readers Choice Award. A native of Canada, Nina grew up in California and currently resides in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina.