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His Immortal Embrace

Written by Hannah Howell,Sara Blayne,Lynsay Sands,Kate Huntington

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354 pages, about 7 hours of reading

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His Immortal Embrace The Yearning, by Hannah Howell Tormented by an ancient curse, the young men of Clan MacCordy reach manhood only to walk forever in darkness, thirsting for blood--and Alpin MacCordy is no different. He must wed for coin and land, despite his betrothed's terror--and his own fascination for another woman, Lady Sophie Hay. . . Bitten, by Lynsay Sands After brooding Keeran MacKay saves Emily Wentworth Collins from a storm-tossed ship: he offers her shelter in his secluded castle. But when a savage kiss reveals Keeran's true nature, Emily realizes that yielding to Keeran's untamed desire may change her own life. . .forever. Stranger in the Night, by Sara Blayne Georgiana Thornberry hopes to unearth ancient treasure while exploring the moldering ruins of her ancestral home. Instead she encounters Julius Lathrop. Does the enigmatic--and disturbingly attractive--stranger hold the key to a family legend? Or something far more sinister? The Awakening, by Kate Huntington Orphaned Thalia Layton is stricken to hear that her beloved, eccentric Aunt Cordelia has taken ill. But upon her arrival at Cordelia's remote estate, Thalia discovers that her aunt has harbored dangerous secrets--and that Thalia's own attraction to Adrian Lucerne, Cordelia's mysterious--and oddly nocturnal--companion, may prove to be a sensual temptation that will cost her life. . .

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  • about 8 hours
  • intermediate
  • romantic
  • mysterious
  • passionate

His Immortal Embrace is an anthology featuring four paranormal romance novellas by acclaimed authors Hannah Howell, Sara Blayne, Lynsay Sands, and Kate Huntington. Each story delves into the passionate and often perilous love affairs between powerful, ancient immortal beings and strong-willed mortal women. United by themes of eternal love, destiny, and the challenges of transcending time and supernatural barriers, the collection offers readers a diverse yet cohesive journey into worlds where magic, danger, and undying affection intertwine.

Eternity meant nothing until I found you.

Key themes

Love Across Time and Destiny
A central theme across all novellas is the concept of fated or destined love that transcends temporal boundaries and even death. The relationships are often portrayed as an undeniable, powerful connection that was always meant to be, regardless of the characters' differences or the obstacles they face. This love offers redemption, healing, and a profound sense of belonging.
Immortality and its Burdens
This theme explores the profound psychological and emotional impact of an unending life. It delves into the loneliness, the pain of outliving loved ones, the accumulation of memories, and the struggle to find meaning and purpose across centuries. The heroes often carry the weight of their pasts, and their immortality is frequently depicted as both a gift and a curse.
Redemption and Healing
Many immortal heroes are depicted as carrying deep emotional wounds, guilt, or a sense of lost purpose from their long lives. The mortal heroine often acts as a catalyst for their emotional healing and redemption, bringing light and love back into their desolate existence. Through their relationship, the hero finds peace, forgiveness, or a renewed reason to live.

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