A gargoyle in need of a mission... The curse is finally broken, Yet, freedom never felt so empty. No longer confined to his stone form, gargoyle shifter Mattias yearns for a purpose. Feeling increasingly lost, he plans to search for his destiny elsewhere. But, a chance encounter with a wary woman roots him to the spot—for now. A werewolf in search of a cure. Rachel heads into an underground club to pick up an elixir—and runs into Mattias. The attraction is strong, but her affliction has left her too damaged to pursue a relationship. Mattias and Rachel guard their secrets to protect their hearts. But, the cost is high. Will they be able to break through the darkness? Or are they doomed to carry the weight of their curses alone? Torch is a novel in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. Each book features a different couple—and perhaps different species!—and can be read on its own. Step into Vamps, a thrilling new world of steamy paranormal romance featuring sexy shifters, thirsty vampires, wicked witches, and gorgeous gargoyles!