Fallen

He burns hot with desire for her. He kills for her. But can he give up everything he was born for to be with a woman who can only offer him her heart?Desperate to save his vampire-turned friend, Xavier Doom hires the first Slayer he can get his hands on. Sure he got the best Slayer money can buy. But when he discovers the company she works for is blacklisted, and she's personally involved with his rival for the next big cure for vampirism, his interest in Elise Castle goes beyond the professional.As his feelings for the defiant and strong-willed Slayer grow, X must make a decision. Give his heart to a woman who can only offer him her love. Or walk away from her to do what he was born for—seize the opportunity for more money and power.Guilt-ridden for the part she played in her friends' deaths, Elise will do whatever it takes to right the wrongs, even if it means working for Xavier Doom, a demon with an insatiable appetite for women, money and power. His arrogance grates on her nerves while his charm threatens to bring her to her knees. But can she give her heart to a creature like her father, a Fallen who had abandoned his family for money and power?Work together but don't fall for one another. Simple enough. Yet they can't deny the instant attraction between them. A sexy, selfish demon knight. A courageous vampire slayer. The job seemed straightforward enough. Hunt and bring in a Fallen's vampire-turned friend for reconditioning. What vampire slayer Elise Castle didn't expect is for the vampire's friend and boss to be so dangerously seductive. After her Fallen father had left her mother for a woman with money and power, Elise vowed never to get involved with a Fallen. After her cop boyfriend was killed by her Slayer energy during their first time having sex, Elise swore never to sleep with a man again. Xavier Doom could have her breaking her promises. As a man, he's dangerous to her heart with his charm and willingness to protect her at all costs. As a Fallen, he might be strong enough to handle her half Fallen, half Slayer energy. Falling for the dangerous, rich and powerful demon knight is the last thing Elise needs in her complicated life. When an alliance is revealed that will guarantee Xavier more money and power, will he stay true to his feelings for the stubborn, loyal and fierce Slayer? Or will he break her heart and go after what he is born for? Fallens are known for their insatiable appetite for women, money and power. Lives are at stake and loyalties are put to the test. Danger closes in around them, and Xavier and Elise must work together to discern who is a friend, and who is the true enemy. Never forget . . .Vampire Slayer, Elise Castle, can't forget the night she and her friends were ambushed. They were murdered while her life had been spared.Always remember . . .She'll always remember the death of her detective boyfriend. Guilt ridden for the part she played in their deaths, she'll do whatever it takes to right the wrongs, even if it means working for a creature she detests--a Fallen.Xavier's arrogance grates on her nerves while his concern and charm reels her in. But can she give her heart to a creature like her father, a Fallen, who had abandoned his family for money and power. Or will she see X for the good man he is?Desperate to save his vampire-turned friend, Xavier Doom hires the first Slayer he can get his hands on. Sure he got the best Slayer money can buy. But when he discovers the company she works for is blacklisted, and she's personally involved with his rival for the next big cure for vampirism, his interest in Elise Castle goes beyond the professional. Yet, how to convince her he's not the selfish man she believes him to be?Lives and friendships are at stake while love and loyalty is put to the test. Will Elise and Xavier come out unscathed and together? Or will a secret from Elise's past tear them apart?