Blending paranormal fantasy, locked-room mystery and romantic suspense, this sharp seductive adult debut is perfect for fans of Succession – with fangs.'THIS VAMPIRIC TALE DESERVES TO BE DEVOURED' –Amy Archer, Sunday Times bestselling author of NEMESIS MINEMagic is power … And everyone's out for blood.A hundred years ago, magic belonged only to fae, witches and vampires. Then a mortal stole its secret and forged Mythos: a company that bottles spells for humankind. His descendants now his empire – and Valentina Maddock is determined to inherit its throne.When the CEO suddenly collapses while hosting an ultra-exclusive, lavish weekend, the race for his heir begins. Valentina is pitted against her playboy brother, her genius mother and her father’s long-time CFO. Even the guests and staff start choosing sides … and someone intends to eliminate Valentina entirely.Then an unexpected guest arrives: a vampire with a private invitation from the CEO himself. Drawn to the enigmatic and dangerously handsome stranger, Valentina senses he may be her only ally. But his polished words hide a bloodthirsty bite, and she begins to question who the true monster really is …