A vampire/incubus hybrid and his fated human mate are banished from each other for a year. It's time for the joyous reunion. What could possibly go wrong? A year ago, in a fit of lust and need, Lucien claimed his mate, a human called Gabriel. Gabriel tried to resist but Lucien easily overpowered him. Lucien's master, Sargon, was not pleased with his spontaneity and decreed the two must be apart for one yearβ¦and, just for spite, that Gabriel would not be able to ejaculate until he saw Lucien again. For 1000-year-old vampire/incubus hybrid, Lucien, a year should not feel like an eternity. Oh, but it does. He spends his time studying vampire law with his master, Sargon, and plotting his revenge on those who killed his mother and enslaved him for 500 years. As the last heir of the Lutair clan, it's almost time for Lucien to claim his rightful place. All he needs is Sargon to release his powers and his mate to be at his side. Gabriel awoke naked, alone, and thoroughly sated after his night with Lucien but with no memories of anything that had happened. Over the next year, he became stronger, faster, and he healed at an unbelievable speed. Sought after by men and women seeking his attention and his cock, Gabriel was happy to oblige, even when he knew he shouldn't. Gabriel fed off the pheromones, attraction, and raw sex and yet he could never be satisfied. He could not come. Ever. It was driving him mad. When Lucien and Gabriel meet again, Gabriel's memory returns and with it his refusal to bow to Lucien's demands. He wants nothing to do with that world. He is done with the blood and violence; but Lucien needs him and won't give up without a fight. Still drawn to Lucien, Gabriel must decide if he will submit to his feelings for Lucien and stand with him as he goes to war for his throne. And Lucien may discover that embracing his love for Gabriel may be the secret to his true strength and power.