Alexandra Corana is a witch, the daughter of the leader of House Corana, and now it's time for her to assume the role as Heir so she can take over the clan when her father steps down. There are not only other witch clans, but vampires as well that have to be faced with either diplomacy or force. Though vampires have long been the enemies of witches throughout history, Alex wonders if that has to always be true. And Rafael Vital, the leader of vampire seethe House Vital, may have an important role in deciding the future of not only the relations between vampires and witches in their city, but of a more personal connection between their Houses.
"I want to warn you now,” my father said quietly. “The more powerful the magic, the longer it tends to take. It was three weeks before I got my magic back and your power outstrips mine.”
“The family is in danger,” I said. “I’d have to do this sooner or later.”
“Yes, but if they find you, you won’t have your magic to help. You’ll be as helpless as a human.”
“It’ll be okay, Papa,” I said firmly. “I’ve got this.”
He gave a sad smile. “Sweet girl, you have no idea what’s coming.” He handed me the necklace. “But neither did I."
"Liege Vital found me today and said he was interested in having us work on his latest property. You and I are going to go see what they want once we set up a time and date.”
Annalie’s eyebrows shot up. “We’re working with vampires?” she asked incredulously.
“We’re going to think about it, at least.”