Duskbound (The Esprithean Trilogy)
Bree Grenwich
by Kristen Painter
Welcome to Nocturne Falls, a whimsical town where it is Halloween every single day and the supernatural residents live openly among the tourists. If you are looking for a lighthearted paranormal romance that balances humor with high-stakes tension, this charming series opener is your perfect next read.
Delaney James is on the run after witnessing a mob hit, leading her to adopt a new identity as a mail-order bride. Her destination is a mysterious town where she expects the strange, but she is entirely unprepared for her groom-to-be: a brooding, 400-year-old vampire named Hugh Ellingham. Hugh only agreed to the arrangement to appease his meddling grandmother, fully intending to send his bride packing after a month. He has vowed never to love again to protect his partners from his dangerous past, but Delaney’s arrival threatens to shatter his resolve.
This delightful story masterfully blends the mail-order bride and secret identity tropes with a dash of gothic magic. As the chemistry between the unlikely pair ignites, they must navigate a web of hidden truths and looming threats. Whether you love fish-out-of-water scenarios or slow-burn romance, this enchanting tale proves that even a vampire can find a reason to believe in forever.
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