Dating doesn't get easier, even when you're dead . . . Though her progeny was a hopeless romantic, the concept of a forever mate was lost on Leila. She'd gone down that path once before decades ago and was in no hurry to do it again. She'd presumed she was over the hurt and pain, that is until the male who'd destroyed her heart, her very spirit, walked back into her bar. She'd thought if she never saw him again, it would be too soon. That was until one touch set her soul ablaze with desire. But could she trust him with her heart when he'd already destroyed once before? Maelstrom had walked away from Leila a lifetime ago for the sake of his brethren and stayed away due to an oath he'd sworn to protect those secrets. But when they unexpectedly meet again, he finds he is no longer able to resist her. When dangerous circumstances threaten those Leila loves, he would do anything to protect her and her family. Even if it means he must sacrifice all to keep her safe . . . Contains mature themes.