Crimson Psyche — Lynda Hilburn

Denver Psychologist Kismet Knight counsels vampires. Her life changed forever when she discovered a preternatural underworld and became involved with gorgeous eight-centuries-old Devereux, the powerful leader of a vampire coven. Still adjusting to her new role as an expert on all things paranormal �" as well as her unexpected notoriety and new clientele �" Kismet schedules what she believes is simply another radio interview. She couldn't be more mistaken. Not only does the radio host behave very strangely, but an ominous on-air call from day-walking vampire Lyren Hallow turns Kismet's world upside-down �" again. Shortly thereafter Maxie Westhaven, a tabloid newspaper reporter in search of a juicy story, befriends Kismet, leading her into a bizarre world of role players, lost souls, and death, while events conspire to cause Victoria Essex, Devereux's building manager and resident witch, to disclose a startling secret of her own. Meanwhile Luna, Devereux's hostile femme fatale personal assistant, recognizes a perfect opportunity to throw a wrench into her boss's blossoming relationship with the human psychologist and, to complicate matters further, Kismet's old boyfriend, self-absorbed Psychologist Tom Radcliffe, shows up with his own outlandish request. Immortal insanity, anyone? “Lynda Hilburn has created a fascinating world of vampires and the supernatural . . . Believable, exciting and different, this series is one any vampire lover will surely adore. Hilburn's writing style is exquisite and her imagery amazing.” �" Night Owl Romance “. . . a steamy, bloody and funny read, with Kismet's and Devereux's dialogue making me laugh more than a few times. The introduction of a few new characters, and the reappearance of some others made this a great sequel and I can't wait to read more.” �" ParaNormal Romance “Crimson Psyche is a page-turner. The first-person narration is top-notch, and Hilburn mixes suspense and humor as she turns contemporary Colorado into a playground populated with quirky humans and vampires.” �" Romantic Times “Sex, murder, mystery, vampire powers and thrills and chills make Crimson Psyche one of the most interesting urban fantasy/paranormal romance reads this year. Highly recommended.” �" SciFiGuy. ca