He built an empire on dark desires. Then his past came to collect—and only his Bloodmate can save him from the madness.

Alaric is deadly, successful, and untouchable. His exclusive establishment, CRAVE, caters to every dark, erotic fantasy the wealthy elite can imagine. He reads souls, taps into deepest yearnings, and always—ALWAYS—remains in control.

The dragon tattoo wrapped around his body is more than ink—it's a shield. A reminder of what was stolen from him. A bond to the Universe's chosen warriors, the Dragon Guard, and the past he can't escape.

For centuries, he's been undefeated. Unstoppable. Invincible.
Until the Thirst came for him.

Now he's losing his mind, drowning in bloodlust and ancient demons that refuse to die. Then the scent hits him—buttercups and poppies, home and salvation—and everything crystallizes into one desperate truth:

She's here. His Bloodmate. The only woman who can pull him back from the edge of insanity.
One taste will never be enough. But one taste might be all that saves him.

This is a vampire's thirst: dark, dangerous, and utterly undeniable. And Fate? She refuses to be denied.