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Synopsis
*Author Karen Harbaugh returns to the dark, sensual world of her acclaimed novel Night Fires...a world of danger and desire, sorcery and seduction...the glorious world of the beautiful, doomed de la Fer family. For here, the ravishing fugitive Catherine de la Fer battles the deadliest sorcery of all: the seductive power of one man's endlessly erotic touch.* A shattering act of violence drives Catherine de la Fer to flee into the dark and deadly night. Now a hunted criminal, the wily French noblewoman enlists the services of English mercenary Jack Marstone to teach her the art of self-defense. But she has cast her lot with a man whose terrible secret plunges them into a world of depravity and deadly seduction. Their taboo desire takes them from the moon-shadowed highways of Paris to the treacherous palace of the Sun King—the prey of a highborn enemy with the mind-bending powers of a sorcerer's dark arts. As day becomes endless night, as they enter a place of unimaginable pleasure, France's most notorious swordswoman and her forbidden lover will attempt a daring act of rescue—one that could promise them eternity in each other's arms...or damn them both forever.
Dark Enchantment: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult historical fantasy romance contains explicit sexual content, strong violence, dark magic, and themes of captivity and coercion. The 'taboo desire' and 'depravity' language suggests mature, potentially transgressive sexual content inappropriate for younger readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, very steamy sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include captivity, dubious consent, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy dark, sensual historical fantasy with dangerous magic and forbidden romance will find this thrilling.