Bound and Unbound: A paranormal novella duology
Ali Hazelwood
Of Mercury and Mist : Crossed by Blood Book 2 A Dark Fantasy Romance
by Blood Book
About this book
One mistake transformed Ashley’s life into a nightmare she cannot escape. Now, she is trapped within the haunting walls of Ipomoea, a gilded cage governed by a man she has despised for ages. He is cruelly beautiful and dangerously possessive, a vampire who intended to destroy her but finds himself obsessed with the siren call of her blood. As the darkness within the estate begins to answer her, Ashley realizes that survival is no longer enough; she is ready to wage a war of her own.
This dark fantasy romance masterfully weaves together the high-stakes tension of vampire courts with the visceral intensity of a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers dynamic. Forced into proximity with her worst enemy, Ashley must navigate a world where her hunter has become her captor, and every interaction is a volatile dance of power and desire. The stakes are personal, the atmosphere is gothic, and the chemistry is explosive.
Whether you are a fan of royalty tropes or the dark allure of supernatural obsession, this tale of a newly turned newborn fighting for her autonomy is impossible to put down. It is a gripping, standalone journey into a world where punishment is permanent and passion burns like liquid gold.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
- B0DJD36J8V
Reader Reviews
January 23, 2026
I couldn’t stop reading this one! I’m so glad Micha and Ashley were able to work out! I’m curious what happens now! She’s a princess after all 🤭 )
July 7, 2025
Whilst this is book 2 in the series, it is a standalone. I enjoyed the writing and tension and would recommend this book to anyone who likes 🥀 dark romance 🥀 vampires 🥀 enemies to lovers Thank you Booksprout for the ARC. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. ) One person found this helpful
June 17, 2025
This book grabbed me from the first line—seriously, “I’m going to take your breath away” sets the tone perfectly. If you’re into enemies-to-lovers, gothic vibes, and a dark fantasy world where vampires, demons, and angels collide, you’re going to love this. It’s got tension, emotion, romance, and just enough spice to keep things addictive. The pacing is great, and the chemistry between characters crackles. The series is shaping up to be a must-read for fans of dark romantasy with real bite. I...
May 5, 2026
I loved their story! Ashley was a match for Micah and her love for him is so deep that I could taste it! Micha pays dearly along with Josiah for them not believing in her truth! The story is heartbreaking buy they get their HEA! So well written and never a dull moment! )
May 30, 2025
Ashley gets a crash course into the world of fantasy after she's allegedly caught stealing from the pharmaceutical company she works for. Micha, the owner and her boss, decides to punish her before turning her over to his business partner, Josiah. Termination in their company is meant literally, so Micha tries to rid himself of his secret obsession of her now that he has nothing to lose. He can't believe that she would steal from him, proving she's not the woman he thought he could make a life...
