Kiss the Dead by Laurell K. Hamilton — book slip

U.S. Marshal Anita Blake is tasked with finding a fifteen-year-old girl abducted by vampires. As she delves into the case, she encounters a group of newly turned vampires, including children and the elderly, who are willing to die rather than serve a master. Anita, known for her fearsome reputation among vampires, must navigate this new threat while managing the complexities of her personal and professional life, including the volatile emotions of the ancient vampire Asher.

⚠️ Contains explicit sexual content and violence.