Smolder
Vampire hunter Anita Blake is no stranger to killing monsters. It’s part of her job as a Preternatural U.S. Marshal, after all. But even her experience isn’t enough to stop something that is bent on destroying everything—and everyone—she loves.
Anita Blake is engaged to Jean-Claude, the new vampire king of America. Humans think she’s gone over to the side of the monsters. The vampires fear that their new king has fallen under the spell of the most powerful necromancer in a thousand years.
In the midst of wedding preparations—including getting Edward, aka U.S. Marshal Ted Forrester, fitted as best man—Anita gets a call that the local police need her expertise at a brutal murder scene linked to a nationwide slaughter of vampires and humans, dubbed the Sunshine Murders.
But there is more than just a murderer to catch: an ancient evil has arrived in St. Louis to challenge Jean-Claude for his crown, his life, Anita, and all they hold dear. Even with Jean-Claude’s new powers as king and Anita’s necromancy, it isn’t enough; they must embrace their triumvirate or allow primeval darkness to spread across the country, possessing first the vampires and then the humans. Evil will triumph unless Jean-Claude and Anita can prove that love conquers all.
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Laurell K. Hamilton
Laurell K. Hamilton is a name that has become synonymous with paranormal fantasy and urban fantasy, captivating readers worldwide with her bold, intricate storytelling and unforgettable characters. Born in the heart of the Midwest, Hamilton’s journey into the world of supernatural fiction started with a fascination for the darker, more complex sides of human nature, a theme that permeates her work. Her most iconic creation, Anita Blake, the sharp-witted, morally complex necromancer and vampire hunter, has become a beloved figure in urban fantasy, a genre Hamilton helped shape and redefine.
Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter
Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter is not just a series—it’s a deep dive into a dark, complex world where the lines between good and evil are constantly blurred. In this gripping, action-packed series, readers are introduced to Anita Blake, a sharp-witted necromancer and vampire hunter, who lives in a world where supernatural creatures are as real and dangerous as the criminals she faces. What sets this series apart is its fearless exploration of power, morality, and human (and not-so-human) desires, making each book an unpredictable journey into the unknown.
Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter consists of thirty primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads — series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
