Its lust at first sight for an endangered teacher and her vampire bodyguard in this paranormal romance novella from aNew York Timesbestselling author.

On the run from a mental institution and her vindictive half-brother, it's safe to say that Sarah Pringle's happy life as a schoolteacher is on hold. Too bad that as far as self-defense goes, "run and hide" is the best she's got. And with the monsters that started her escape hot on her heels, that's not going to cut it for long...

That is, unless Sarah has a bigger, badder, hotter monster on her side. Max Petrovsky is right at the top of the list of alpha male ass-kickers. And he knows exactly what Sarah's up against. Good thing, because the minute he sees her something primal kicks in, turning everyday attraction into red-hot desire. As long as they're cooperating, why not mix some pleasure with business? Of course, Max should probably tell Sarah he's a vampire himself...

Praise for the Dark Protectors Series

If you want hot, sexy, dangerous romancethis series is for you.Paranormal Haven

Hot and fast from beginning to end.Kate Douglas on Fated

Sizzling sex scenes and a memorable cast.Publishers Weekly on Claimed