there’s nothing more powerful than human fear—not magic, not vampire strength. Nothing.

Scholars do one of two things when they discover information that doesn't fit what they already know. Either they sweep it aside so it doesn't bring their cherished theories into question or they focus on it with laserlike intensity and try to get to the bottom of the mystery.

Yes, I see that you are behaving like a prince but that doesn't mean you won't behave like a devil at the first opportunity.

In this room we understand why this war might be fought...it's about our common belief that no one has the right to tell two creatures that they cannot love each other--no matter what their species.

Sir. My lord. Master Roydon." The young man blurted out most available titles except for "Your Majesty" and "Prince of Darkness." These were implied nonetheless.

My experiences thus far had me planning to throttle the first Tudor historian I met upon my return for gross dereliction of duty.

We kissed each other, long and deep, while my legs opened like the covers of a book.