Dark Desires After Dusk

296 Pages·2016·1.02 MB·Danish

by  Kresley Cole

“A unique take on paranormal romance.”
—Sherrilyn Kenyon on A Hunger Like No Other
The “awe-inspiring” (Romantic Times) New York Times bestselling author KRESLEY COLE
Winner of the 2007 RITA Award for Best Paranormal Romance The critics love her “devilishly
passionate” (Romantic Times) series The Immortals After Dark
WICKED DEEDS ON A WINTER’S NIGHT
“Leave it to the awe-inspiring Cole to dish up a combustible mix of sorcery and passion. One for the
keeper shelf!”
—Romantic Times (Four and a half Stars; HOT)

NO REST FOR THE WICKED
“Sizzling sex and high-stakes adventure are what’s on tap in mega-talented Cole’s sensational new
paranormal release…one nonstop thrill ride. Brava!”
—Romantic Times (Top Pick)
“What a fabulous story! I can hardly wait to get my hands on the next one in the series.”
—Bella Online “Oh,
wow! Kresley Cole writes another spine-tingling, adventurous, and passionate romance…. I
recommend readers grab a copy of Kresley Cole’s No Rest for the Wicked today. It’s a definite
keeper.”
—Romance Reviews Today

A HUNGER LIKE NO OTHER 2007 RITA Award Winner
“With intense action, devilishly passionate sex, and fascinating characters, A Hunger Like No Other
leads readers into an amazing and inventive alternate reality…. Hot stuff!”
—Romantic Times (Top Pick)
“Unquestionably an awe-inspiring romance!”
—Reader to Reader Reviews
“Not just another romantic read…it’s a powerful experience!”
—The Best Reviews
“A unique romance—it truly stands on its own!”
—Sherrilyn Kenyon, New York Times bestselling author
And her gripping historical romances featuring the MacCarrick brothers

IF YOU DECEIVE
“With power and passion, Cole completes her MacCarrick brothers trilogy with a bang…. You’ll be
held fast in Cole’s grip and utterly satisfied with every aspect of her story.”
—Romantic Times (Top Pick)

IF YOU DESIRE
“Cole steams up the pages and keeps you coming back for more…. It’s impossible to resist these
heroes and their stories. Savor every moment of another passionate tale from a queen of adventure
romance.”
—Romantic Times (Top Pick)

IF YOU DARE
“Filled with heated passion and wonderful repartee.”
—Romantic Times (Reviewers’ Choice Award Winner)
“Cole’s voice is powerful and gripping, and If You Dare is her steamiest yet!”
—New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller
“A deliciously entertaining read that kept the sexual tension high!”
—Romance Designs
“[A] classic romantic adventure that will leave you breathless!”
—New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn
Books by Kresley Cole
The Sutherland Series
The Captain of All Pleasures The Price of Pleasure
The MacCarrick Brothers Series
If You Dare If You Desire If You Deceive
The Immortals After Dark Series
A Hunger Like No Other
No Rest for the Wicked
Wicked Deeds on a Winter’s Night
Dark Needs at Night’s Edge
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For Richard Because you’re like Rain Man with numbers, and you don’t laugh at me ’cause I’m
not.
Jag älskar dig för alltid.

Contents
Acknowledgments
Glossary of Terms from The Living Book of Lore
Prologue 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

Acknowledgments

My heartfelt thanks go out to the Gibson Hall Grid. You know cryptography, so I don’t have to. And
much love to the usual suspects: Gena, Boo, Beth, and Rocki. All fabulous authors and amazing
friends.

Glossary of Terms from The Living Book of Lore
The Lore
“…and those sentient creatures that are not human shall be united in one stratum, coexisting with,
yet secret from, man’s.”
The Valkyrie
“When a maiden warrior screams for courage as she dies in battle, Wóden and Freya heed her
call. The two gods give up lightning to strike her, rescuing her to their hall, and preserving her
courage forever in the form of the maiden’s immortal Valkyrie daughter.”
Take sustenance from the electrical energy of the earth, sharing it in one collective power, and give it
back with their emotions in the form of lightning.
Possess preternatural strength and speed.
Without training, they can be mesmerized by shining objects and jewels.
All first generation Valkyrie are half sisters.
The Demonarchies
“The demons are as varied as the bands of man….”
A collection of demon dynasties. Some kingdoms ally with the Horde.
Most demon breeds can trace like vampires. Some breeds are bound to obey summonses.
Those that can emit poison from their fangs, horns, or claws are more vulnerable to others’ poison.
A demon must have intercourse with a potential mate to ascertain if she’s truly his—a process known
as attempting.
The Rage Demons
“The one who controls Tornin controls the kingdom….”
A demonarchy located in the plane of Rothkalina. Castle Tornin is their capitol. King Rydstrom III is
their deposed monarch.
Rage demons were the guardians of the Well of Souls, a mystickal font of power located within
Tornin.
The sorcerer Omort the Deathless seized Tornin, and thus Rydstrom’s throne.
The Vessel
“To be chosen is to be doomed…”
At the cusp of each Accession, a chosen female will beget a child who will become a warrior of