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Blade of Darkness

Immortal Guardians #7
by Dianne Duvall
Blade of Darkness (Immortal Guardians #7) by Dianne Duvall
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Dana Pembroke has been able to glimpse the future of those she touches for as long as she can remember. But she never saw Aidan coming. When the tall, dark Celt with the charming grin yet world-weary eyes walks through her door, the future she sees for him is one full of violence, danger, deception... and passion. Because amidst the terrifying battles that unfold in her visions, she also sees herself in Aidan's arms and in his bed. Dana knows she should keep her distance, but the tender moments and laughter they share entice her even as she finds herself thrust into a world of vampires, immortals, and other preternatural beings.

Immortal Guardian Aidan O'Byrne has been hunting and slaying psychotic vampires for nearly three thousand years, so visions of bloody battles don't trouble him. The battles Dana foresees, however, show Aidan's brethren turning against him, so he can't help but feel alarmed. While he spends as much time as he can with Dana, struggling to decipher her dire predictions, Aidan finds himself utterly smitten. Hope rises that he has finally found a woman who can banish the darkness and loneliness that plague him. But when vampires begin targeting Dana and a powerful enemy spawns chaos, will fate grant them time to find happiness together?

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Release date: September 2017

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Dianne Duvall

Dianne Duvall

When Dianne Duvall writes, she doesn't just build worlds—she bridges them. One moment, you're steeped in a centuries-old battle between immortals and vampires; the next, you're racing through the stars with alien warriors and psychic empaths. It’s that seamless fusion of paranormal suspense, time travel, and sci-fi romance that’s made her a staple on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists—and a favorite for readers who crave adrenaline-laced love stories with depth.

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Her breakout Immortal Guardians series marked more than just a debut; it introduced a world where the supernatural walks quietly beside us, cloaked in shadows but bound by honor. These guardians aren’t typical heroes—they’re complex, often tormented, and always just one step away from the edge. That tension is what keeps the pages turning. Paired with Duvall’s signature quick wit and emotionally grounded storytelling, the series became a launchpad for a rich universe that’s only grown with time.

But Duvall’s imagination didn’t stop at the edge of Earth. With her Aldebarian Alliance series, she took the pulse-pounding pace of her previous work and catapulted it into space. What could have been a drastic genre shift instead feels like a natural evolution—proof of her ability to shape bold, character-driven adventures no matter the setting.

Though her novels span centuries and solar systems, they’re all rooted in the same themes: found family, resilience, and the power of connection in the face of impossible odds. Whether she's writing about a mind-reading immortal falling for a gifted human or a rogue alien uncovering a deadly conspiracy, Duvall never loses sight of the human element at the heart of her stories.

Before her name became synonymous with supernatural romance, she was telling stories behind the camera. A former independent filmmaker, Duvall brought with her a keen sense of pacing and an eye for visual detail—skills that translate into her vivid battle scenes and cinematic flair. That background also explains the emotional weight of her quieter moments: a lingering look, a whispered warning, a choice made in the heat of fear or longing.

She’s earned multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards, had titles recognized among the best audiobooks of the year, and continues to garner critical praise for her ability to keep her stories fresh, surprising, and deeply personal. But perhaps her greatest achievement is the community she’s built—one where readers return not just for the plot twists or the steamy slow-burns, but for the characters who feel like old friends.

Duvall writes with heart and heat, danger and devotion. And whether you’re a newcomer or a long-time fan, one thing’s certain: once you enter her world, it’s hard to leave.

Immortal Guardians

Immortal Guardians consists of seven primary books, and includes two additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Darkness Dawns (Immortal Guardians #1)
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Night Reigns (Immortal Guardians #2)
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Phantom Shadows (Immortal Guardians #3)
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Darkness Rises (Immortal Guardians #4)
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Night Unbound (Immortal Guardians #5)
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Shadows Strike (Immortal Guardians #6)
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Blade of Darkness (Immortal Guardians #7)
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In Still Darkness (Immortal Guardians)
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Phantom Embrace (Immortal Guardians)
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