Some scars can never heal and Derrick knows he can never return to his old life after the trauma he's experienced with a rogue vampire group. One reckless night nearly costs Derrick his life, but his unexpected guardian angel appears in the form of Raphael. Raphael's the only reason Derrick's maintained his sanity, but he never thought he'd see the vampire lieutenant again. Derrick doesn't understand his magnetic attraction to Raphael but he intends to find out if there's a possible future between them. The vampire Raphael has never been interested in finding a mate, until Derrick Pace. After their kidnapping ordeal, Raphael's closely watched out for Derrick, although he doesn't comprehend why. When a new enemy rises, Raphael decides he's done watching his mate from the shadows. He intends to claim Derrick, even if that means igniting a fight with another vampire coven. [Siren Classic ManLove: Alternative Paranormal Romance, MM, vampires, HEA]