Books like Ecstasy in Darkness by Gena Showalter

Ava Sans grew up on the rough streets of New Chicago, facing the choice between succumbing to predatory forces or becoming one herself. Then, as an agent for Alien Investigation and Removal, she receives a daunting mission to capture the legendary vampire McKell—a creature famed for his beauty and the terrifying power to manipulate time. Once the commander of a vampire army, McKell is now regarded as savage and unstable by both his kind and humans alike, who view humans merely as nourishment. Ava, with her golden complexion and fierce resolve, exemplifies a paradox—both tender and lethal, bold and vulnerable. Her presence challenges McKell’s ruthless judgment; despite his grim intentions, he seeks her loyalty and more. As the hunt escalates into a seductive and perilous dance, the pair confront the mysteries of McKell’s past and their own intertwined fates, knowing that whatever truths emerge will come at a profound cost. Set against a backdrop of urban intrigue and paranormal conflict, *Ecstasy in Darkness* explores the complex dynamics of love, power, and survival in a world where humanity and the supernatural collide.

First publish date: 2010