Bran, Sidhe king and protector of Annwyn, has been cursed to sate his desire with mortals, a race he despises. He has also been gifted with visions; the most recent one predicts his own death at the hands of a female. He knows that his end is drawing near but he has some unfinished business that needs tending. Finding his brother is most important to him, but his people find a rash of ritualistic murders even more pressing. He believes answers can be found at the VELVET HAVEN, a Gothic nightclub, which happens to be the gateway between his realm and the mortal realm. What will he find in the place where immortals seek their prey, and unsuspecting mortals are merely pawns? Does his destiny await his arrival?

Mairi MacAuley, a nurse and counselor, loves nothing more than immersing herself in an ancient manuscript though life ultimately intrudes drawing her back to reality. When some detectives come in to question her about a homicide victim, she cannot believe a girl that she counseled came to such a gruesome end. The girl's body was carved with symbols. Mairi knows that if anyone knows symbols it is her best friend, Rowan. In return, Rowan, who has been personally invited to the VELVET HAVEN, wants Mairi to accompany her. Unable to begrudge her friend a little happiness, Mairi accepts the invitation despite her reservations. What lurks in the nightclub that has her so anxious? What forces are at work behind the scenes?

Sophie Renwick dreams up an enthralling new world with this deliciously sexy paranormal. Bran and Mairi have quite a few conflicting emotions brewing between them. Bran hates mortals, yet he is captivated by Mairi's unusually pure white aura. Mairi finds Bran to be a fascinating male specimen, yet she is frightened by his menacing presence. Unknowingly, they are immersed in a macabre game where someone else makes the rules and they are helpless to free themselves. The volatile mixture of death, magic, and lust explodes to create an unforgettable tale. Adding to the allure of this riveting read is an exotic cast of characters which constantly throws us off balance. VELVET HAVEN quickly sinks its talons into readers and takes us on a gloriously gratifying flight. This book had so many interesting slants that I found it hard to put down. I am definitely looking forward to more action in the Immortals of Annwyn series.