Unknown to humans, beyond daylight lies a world of intoxicating darkness where deadly creatures prowl with insatiable desires and unbelievable power: vampires, demons, witches, shifters. When vulnerable humans find themselves thrust into that realm, they’ll never be the same. . . The 18th installment in the long running fan-favorite Dark Protectors series from New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti!

When Mick Brogan saves the life of a wounded, naked woman caught in a trap he’d built to ensnare his enemies, all he sees is someone worse off than himself. He has no idea she’d been a cougar just seconds earlier. But the wild night they share will change everything. . .

Liberty “Libby” Brooks plans to leave the morning after her passionate encounter with Mick, until another attack in the wilderness leaves him dying. So she bites him. Hard. She’s mated him, made an immortal out of a human male. It’s a violation that puts a kill order on his head. But it also makes him strong, dangerously strong.

Now Mick is tied to fierce, irresistible Libby. Yet a new, more savvy human faction is coming for the immortal world—and Mick is their way in. Soon, allies become uncertain, and all rules begin to crack.

Together, Mick and Libby will be the spark that saves the Realm . . . or the match that finally burns it down.

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Dark Protectors

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In the Dark Protectors series, danger, passion, and the supernatural collide in a world where loyalty is tested, forbidden desires burn hot, and no one is ever truly safe. The series unfolds in a universe brimming with vampires, shifters, and warriors who are bound by ancient covenants and an unyielding need to protect their own. The stakes are high, and the consequences even higher. Love and vengeance are often intertwined, and the characters are as ruthless as they are captivating.

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The heart of the series lies in its unforgettable protagonists—fierce, brooding, and vulnerable, all at once. Each book introduces a new hero or heroine, their lives entwined with dark forces, both external and internal. These characters are scarred, whether by betrayal, loss, or an unrelenting enemy, and their journeys are as much about survival as they are about redemption. In the midst of violence and heartache, the bonds they form—whether with lovers, friends, or family—are their greatest weapons.

From the moment readers step into this world, they’re swept into a whirlwind of thrilling action, seductive romance, and pulse-pounding twists. The carefully crafted world-building provides a rich backdrop for high-stakes drama, where the supernatural is both an asset and a curse. Vampires are not just immortal creatures, but ancient beings locked in centuries-old feuds, their fate tied to a complex web of alliances and enmities. Meanwhile, the deep emotional arcs and relationships build a foundation that keeps readers coming back for more.

Every book in the Dark Protectors series explores the cost of loyalty, the depth of sacrifice, and the fierce fight for survival, all while never shying away from the passions that drive these immortal beings. These stories are not just about battles fought with swords and magic, but about the internal wars that rage within each character, as they grapple with their true selves. Whether it’s the struggle to protect a loved one or to overcome a haunted past, the stakes are personal, and the outcomes are never guaranteed.

Fans of fast-paced action, intense romance, and dark, atmospheric tales will find themselves addicted to the world of the Dark Protectors, where every turn brings a new revelation and every love story tests the limits of fate. Secrets are uncovered, enemies are vanquished, and love? Love is always worth the fight.

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