Reviewed: March 13th 2026
Released: August 25th, 2025
Genre: Dark Historical Fantasy
Dawn approaches…
Lady Roselle Lamont made an impossible choice a century before. Torn between the life of her twin sister, or new husband Lorcan’s freedom, she paid the ultimate price, resulting in one hundred years of punishment.
For love exacts a sacrifice, one coated in blood and betrayal.
With the century drawing to a close, Roselle resigns herself to facing retribution as she clings to the last vestiges of her humanity. When Lorcan discovers her on route to London, after being summoned by their punisher, Roselle must prove her love to him while plotting out her own revenge.
But the past is not all it seems, and new lies are revealed.
Roselle and Lorcan must decide who to trust in the dark and twisted dance of Court politics if they are to ensure their survival and any hope of a chance at a future together. Yet those who crave power cling to it with every last bloodied fang, and will not relinquish it so easily…
Helen’s Thoughts: 5/5
For a century, Rosella has been separated from her husband because of a choice she made. Placed in an untenable position by the monster who made her, she is waiting for her punishment to end. And yet, the future is just as bleak as newly released her husband is justifiably angry.
Beautifully written, this story will draw you in as Rosella navigates the vampire courts, desparate to explain her actions, yet always interrupted. The characters are flawed but real with deep emotions running through all of them as they struggle to live with their actions and sacrifices. The world building and the descriptions are all interwined with the prose that just flows. So easy to read and most enjoyable.
A world of gothic vampires and ancient witches, living for centuries yet still wanting more than they are owed. Rosella has to cope with new revelations that tilt her world. They also offer new hope and a chance at vengeance. The twists are cleverly woven in, and just when you think all will be well, another tragedy raises its head and keeps you turning the pages.
I read this book in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed it. I wanted to know how Rosella and Lorcan’s tragic tale ended, and it was well worth the read. I recommend you read it too.
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