Hiding secrets and staying under the radar was proving very difficult for Cora. But what was happening in New Orleans required her intervention even at the risk of her safety. Firm on being bound to no one and making her own decisions, Cora defied the demon lord and doing so, found more than she bargained for. Talan had an internal struggle between duty and his feelings. Something mysterious was preying on those he must protect, and he can't be distracted, by anyone. Cora and Talan found themselves involved in a web of secrets, a struggle for power, curses and, most of all, fear of their own decisions. I liked the strength of their characters and the notorious powers that both have. The secondary characters were interesting, with their own magic and sometimes were funny. Fiona caught my attention, and I kept my eye on her intriguing situation. I liked how the threat that hung over them was dealt with and the final chapter left me eager to see if Cora and Talon come to a happy medium and resolve the conflict that anguishes them. An interesting and intriguing story with strong characters, action, suspense, exciting scenes, intrigue, drama, mystery, spells, some emotional scenes, violence, romance, and a little bit of passion. Like the author's interesting and detailed writing style that entertains and intrigues me.