When Caroline "Caro" Clifford's Uncle Nigel is viciously murdered near an archeological dig site in Bulgaria, she drops everything to find out why it happened. On her investigative quest, she meets Dr. Jude Barrett, a biochemist who'd been corresponding with her uncle. When Jude explains to Caro his research into immortality and vampirism and her uncle's interest in the work, she scoffs at the notion.

After receiving her uncle's belongings, Caro finds unusual writings in his passport that turn out to be anagrams he wrote just before he died. With Jude's help, she deciphers cryptic clues that eventually lead to a hilltop monastery in Greece. But the journey is fraught with blood and death every step of the way. Then Caro discovers that a piece of an ancient relic she inherited from her parents, along with some pages of a centuries-old text, could reveal a dark power set to destroy humanity. But Caro is in for even more surprises about her ancestry as she and Jude strive to complete their horrific journey. Will what they find shatter the love that's grown between them?

With quite a twisted and complex take on vampire lore and legends, ACQUAINTED WITH THE NIGHT is the first in a proposed series. It's a good thing, too, since the ending leaves readers wondering about the resolution of the Caro/Jude relationship. If you're a fan of unusual vampire stories, this action-packed and fast-paced book will please you immensely.