Here we are reading a classic love story between a Vampire and a vampire killer. This story was published in 2006 originally and I can see how romance has changed a bit over the years. Consent is something the vampire (Sebastian) struggles with but I have to say he worked so hard at it. He is a reluctant vampire who was forced to become one. He hated his life and was prepared to die when Kaderin showed up to slice his head off. However, it never happened as it was soon evident that she was his “Bride” and the soulmate he needed. His heart starts thumping again and he’s now hooked. Kaderin has lived her life feeling NOTHING due to a “blessing” from a god. (She has trauma and this helps. Disassociate my friend. ) After a brief scene where they hump each other, she realizes that this is not what she wants and runs. Sebastian begins the chase and hunts her down all over the world while dodging the sun because he’s duh.. a vampire. He is a simp for her and it's glorious. She is the reigning world champion for the magic world’s version for The Amazing Race so she is off to do that while Sebastian follows after her like a puppy. His eagerness to help her is adorable. Did I forget to mention she is an older woman by thousands of years and a Valkyrie with super strength and speed? Anyway, the world this story occurs in is vast and I want to know more. The spice was spicing. These immortals are sassy and pretty modern. We have cell phones, helicopters, and blow dryers. The story moved quickly but felt like it was wrapped up too quickly. I wanted more angsty time before we reached the happy ending.