The French Revolution has taken everything from Simone de le Fer that she's ever loved. As the only surviving member of her aristocratic family, she uses her special powers to save as many innocents as she can. But being a vampire does have its limitations. Then English spy and assassin Michael Corday enters her life one night, and all her plans are changed.

Not knowing her true nature, Corday suggests Simone accompany him to Paris as his cover and assist him in finding the traitor he seeks. Since this could also work to her advantage, she agrees. But it will be hard when she can't abide the light of day. When local officials with the Committee for Public Safety cross their paths and become suspicious, Corday must take drastic measures. With Simone now insistent on staying with him, an unusual bargain is struck - she'll be his "pregnant bride." But the charade is difficult to maintain, and when all the truths are eventually revealed, Corday is shocked.

Karen Harbaugh's single-title debut gives readers a new slant on vampirism, and the resolution is a slightly unusual one. The relationship between Simone and Corday is, at various times, humorous, passionate and heartwrenching. This story kept my interest going full-speed until the final page was turned. A good read.