Marked by Masks and Secrets (Everlasting Possession #1)

by Maggie Sunseri

And even if the man behind me was an unhinged, deviant vampire stalker, Kylo made caring for me seem like the easiest thing in the world.

“This world hates strong, powerful women,”

Just like in business and politics, the most long-lasting and impactful sources of influence are the kind gained from time, experience, and most importantly, allies. Without reciprocal relationships built from care and respect, we’re swimming upstream.”

After years of escaping true vulnerability, of never allowing myself to rely on anyone or trust anyone else to protect me or take care of me the way I could… Submitting to this deranged vampire who read philosophy, who dreamed of a better world, who saw and understood me for who I truly was at my core—it was the longest, deepest exhale of relief.