Blood Noir by Laurell K. Hamilton — book slip

Anita Blake finds herself embroiled in a scandal that threatens the reign of master vampire Jean-Claude. When her friend Jason Schuyler, a werewolf, asks for her help in North Carolina, Anita agrees to accompany him.

However, their visit coincides with the ancient vampire queen Marmee Noir's attempt to sever Anita's connection with Jean-Claude, leaving her vulnerable and at the center of a dangerous power play.

As Anita navigates the treacherous vampire politics, she must confront her own desires and the dark forces that threaten to consume her.

⚠️ Content note: Explicit sexual content and BDSM elements.