Silence so terrible, so absolute, it’s as if the whole world is holding its breath.

But there’s something else that happens in those moments before daybreak, something far more terrifying than darkness: Battling with our last ounces of strength, about to die but holding on for that flash of light as the sun begins to climb the horizon. My team has spent our nights struggling against the Cursed Ones, counting the seconds until the sun would rise and deliver us from evil, terror, and death. I know it’s a cliché that’s meant to give people courage when everything seems hopeless, but it’s actually true. They say that it’s always darkest before the dawn. 'synopsis' may belong to another edition of this title. This gripping conclusion to an epic trilogy pairs steamy romance with heart-stopping action, and delivers an ending as dramatic as it is unexpected. And if Antonio’s not careful, he may just end up with a stake in his. Jenn wants to believe Antonio’s loyal to their cause-and their love-but she’s slowly losing her heart to Resistance fighter Noah. His volatility is tearing apart their team.and Jenn’s trust.Īs the Cursed Ones amass new strength, Team Salamanca must strike together if they hope to survive, let alone defend humanity. She’s torn between passion for Antonio, who once fought by her side, and hate for the bloodthirsty vampire he’s become. Jenn knows she must rally her team against the Cursed Ones, but her focus is shattered.

Hope is in short supply, but courage runs deep as the Salamancan hunters recover from a devastating loss. Following the “globetrotting supernatural adventure” ( Publishers Weekly) of Damned, the riveting conclusion to the Crusade trilogy pushes the power of love to its limits.

Nancy holder and debbie viguie