Time is running out in this story of intrigue, suspense, and seduction. Celia didn't ask to be taken. She didn't ask to be thrown to the vampires as some sort of weird offering. She doesn't want them. She doesn't need them. They've chosen her, though, and she's here to stay. Samuel didn't ask for a blood doll. When his mate died, he vowed never to love again. Celia seems like a sweet girl, but he can't bring himself to love her. Not after losing his mate. Not after everything he's been through. When Celia reveals that her stepfather will stop at nothing to find her, Samuel realizes there's more to this human than meets the eye. She's running from her past, but so is he. Will he be able to save her before it's too late?