VICIOUS BLISS: f a l l e n
by Claudia D. Christian

Waking up alone in a white room, Katherine Merror fears nothing but the desolation in her tainted soul. Guilt and betrayal have mercilessly ground down the vibrant spirit she once possessed, leaving her to stalk through life bearing the ashes of empty laughter, frenetic gaiety, and vicious bliss within her heart. However, when she comes face-to-face with Azer, a man wearing the same beautiful visage of the one who turned her into a passionless creature, familiar desire awakens. Knowing salvation is a false illusion, Katherine seeks to find another ending to the tale of misspent love she created---in the arms of Azer. Yet, her gentle savior is not what he appears to be. Love and vengeance brew dangerously in his ancient soul. The desire for freedom is a constant ache in his mind…and only Katherine holds the key to his release. In the midst of innocent touches and agonizing memories, will she be able to conquer the specters of the past? Or will Azer finally seduce Katherine into the pleasures of Hell?