Valorian Chronicles Series by Vivi Anna

Caine Valorian and his Otherworld Crime Unit crack all the unusual cases before any humans take notice. When a young woman is found ritualistically murdered it's his team of professionals with paranormal gifts who must stop the nameless evil stalking the streets. But the toughest case of Caine's 200-year career gets even harder when a new member, Eve Grant, is assigned to their unit. Not only is she green and eager to impress, she's human... moreCaine Valorian and his Otherworld Crime Unit crack all the unusual cases before any humans take notice. When a young woman is found ritualistically murdered it's his team of professionals with paranormal gifts who must stop the nameless evil stalking the streets. But the toughest case of Caine's 200-year career gets even harder when a new member, Eve Grant, is assigned to their unit. Not only is she green and eager to impress, she's human. As they sink deeper into the workings of the case, Caine's attraction to the alluring Eve is causing his blood to boil. And with war brewing between species, the all-consuming passion between a human and a vampire won't be the only thing to spill on the city's mean streets... less

It starts with a secret… When the Otherworld Crime Unit reconvenes to investigate a ritualistic murder, werewolf Jace Jericho can barely set aside his past--and his hatred of humanity--to work with the team's newest member. As far as Jace is concerned, police rookie Tala Channing from San Antonio has two strikes against her: one, she's human, and two, something about her drives him wild with desire.. moreIt starts with a secret… When the Otherworld Crime Unit reconvenes to investigate a ritualistic murder, werewolf Jace Jericho can barely set aside his past--and his hatred of humanity--to work with the team's newest member. As far as Jace is concerned, police rookie Tala Channing from San Antonio has two strikes against her: one, she's human, and two, something about her drives him wild with desire... Forced to work side by side with Tala, deep into the witching hours, Jace struggles to keep his primal instincts in check. But when they finally succumb to wild passion, Jace realizes Tala has spun a web of lies. And Tala's secret now puts his life--and heart--on the line... "IF YOU LIKE CSI, YOU'LL LOVE THIS SMART, SEXY & SUSPENSFUL TRIP THROUGH NECROPOLIS WHERE THE VILLIANS ARE VAMPS, WEREWOLVES & WITCHES -- AND SO ARE THE GOOD GUYS" - Rebecca York, NYT Bestselling Author **previously published as "Dark Lies" by Vivi Anna** less

What dark secret was she hiding? When the Otherworld Crime Unit reconvenes to investigate a ritualistic murder, werewolf Jace Jericho can barely set aside his past--and his hatred of humanity--to work with the team's newest member. As far as Jace is concerned, police rookie Tala Channing has two strikes against her: one, she's human, and two, something about her drives him wild with desire... moreWhat dark secret was she hiding? When the Otherworld Crime Unit reconvenes to investigate a ritualistic murder, werewolf Jace Jericho can barely set aside his past--and his hatred of humanity--to work with the team's newest member. As far as Jace is concerned, police rookie Tala Channing has two strikes against her: one, she's human, and two, something about her drives him wild with desire.... Forced to work side by side with Tala, deep into the witching hours, Jace struggles to keep his primal instincts in check. But when they finally succumb to wild passion, Jace realizes Tala has spun a web of lies. And Tala's secret now puts his life--and heart--on the line... less

She was a tough-as-nails cop, all business and always in conrol. But Mahina Garner was also lycan, with strength, speed. . . and a powerful primitave nature. So when she was barely missed by a silver bullet during a raid she led, it ate at her confidence and disturbed her peace of mind. Only was it the near brush with death that so unnerved her, or the fact that she'd been saved by Ren Calder? Mahina had always preferred her relationships uncomplicated, temporary and lightweight... moreShe was a tough-as-nails cop, all business and always in conrol. But Mahina Garner was also lycan, with strength, speed. . . and a powerful primitave nature. So when she was barely missed by a silver bullet during a raid she led, it ate at her confidence and disturbed her peace of mind. Only was it the near brush with death that so unnerved her, or the fact that she'd been saved by Ren Calder? Mahina had always preferred her relationships uncomplicated, temporary and lightweight. But Ren stirred something in her that made her seriously uncomfortable. Determined to get him out of her system, she escaped into the night and into her wolf form, to quiet the turmoil within her. So she was surprised. . . and surprisingly thrilled. . . to find Ren following her, equally determined to make her his own. less

Five years ago, virginal Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text the dhampir possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Necropolis. When another body is found and evidence points to the Mistress of the city, duty dictates that Lyra work with Theron--a man she regards as haughty, arrogant and immoral-- to translate the symbols left at the crime scenes... moreFive years ago, virginal Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text the dhampir possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Necropolis. When another body is found and evidence points to the Mistress of the city, duty dictates that Lyra work with Theron--a man she regards as haughty, arrogant and immoral-- to translate the symbols left at the crime scenes. But with their forced alliance comes darkly sensual dreams that leave her feeling wanton and achy.... Unwilling to reveal his dark past, the dhampir soon discovers that Lyra--a witch of great power--is to be the sacrificial virgin in a demonic scheme to open a portal to hell itself. Salvation will come only if Theron can win Lyra's trust--and her heart. less

It starts with a kiss… Five years ago, virginal witch Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text the dhampir possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Necropolis. When another body is found and evidence points to the vampire who runs the city, duty dictates that Lyra work with Theron—a man she regards as haughty, arrogant and immoral—to translate the symbols left at the crime scenes... moreIt starts with a kiss… Five years ago, virginal witch Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text the dhampir possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Necropolis. When another body is found and evidence points to the vampire who runs the city, duty dictates that Lyra work with Theron—a man she regards as haughty, arrogant and immoral—to translate the symbols left at the crime scenes. But with their forced alliance comes darkly sensual dreams that leave her feeling wanton…. Unwilling to reveal his dark past, the dhampir soon discovers that Lyra—a witch of great power—is to be the sacrificial virgin in a demonic scheme to open a portal to hell itself. Salvation will come only if Theron can win Lyra's trust—and her heart… **Previously published as "Veiled Truth" by Vivi Anna.** less

After escaping from the Otherworld Crime Unit, Kellen Falcon came to Nouveau Monde to crack a rare blood disease. But the European hotbed of temptation yielded sport no vampire could resist--criminologist Sophie St. Clair. And with only days to live, Kellen sought sweet release from her to escape a savage past.The lycan beauty wasn't one to stray from her pact. But an investigation into a downtown bombing now tied the two together... moreAfter escaping from the Otherworld Crime Unit, Kellen Falcon came to Nouveau Monde to crack a rare blood disease. But the European hotbed of temptation yielded sport no vampire could resist--criminologist Sophie St. Clair. And with only days to live, Kellen sought sweet release from her to escape a savage past.The lycan beauty wasn't one to stray from her pact. But an investigation into a downtown bombing now tied the two together. And it wasn't long before Kellen's smoldering eyes and Sophie's fierce desire for this vampire put her loyalties to the test.... less

Witch Fiona Woodland hopes fate brought her and sexy crime scene investigator Hector Morales together at her cousin's wedding in the Otherworld city of Necropolis. In his arms she feels graceful and beautiful, and the promise of his kiss takes her breath away. Then everything around them starts going wrong, making Fiona think it's a sign their union isn't meant to be....But the burning desire between Fiona and Hector cannot be refused... moreWitch Fiona Woodland hopes fate brought her and sexy crime scene investigator Hector Morales together at her cousin's wedding in the Otherworld city of Necropolis. In his arms she feels graceful and beautiful, and the promise of his kiss takes her breath away. Then everything around them starts going wrong, making Fiona think it's a sign their union isn't meant to be....But the burning desire between Fiona and Hector cannot be refused. And before the night is out, Hector will show how he feels with a night of pleasure that will leave them both bewitched.... less

HIS DARKEST TEMPTATION Vampire CSI Olena has been assigned to lead investigations on the most recent high-profile bank robbery at the Bank of Nouveau-Monde, the city's most prestigious and oldest establishment. Interpol agent Cale Braxton doesn't care for the Otherworlders, but there's something about the lead crime scene investigator that gets under his skin. Olena pushes his buttons in ways he'd never imagined, igniting a deep and yearning attraction that's impossible to deny... moreHIS DARKEST TEMPTATION Vampire CSI Olena has been assigned to lead investigations on the most recent high-profile bank robbery at the Bank of Nouveau-Monde, the city's most prestigious and oldest establishment. Interpol agent Cale Braxton doesn't care for the Otherworlders, but there's something about the lead crime scene investigator that gets under his skin. Olena pushes his buttons in ways he'd never imagined, igniting a deep and yearning attraction that's impossible to deny. Too bad Cale's forbidden from mixing business with pleasure... less

EMT Trevor Blackstone has treated hundreds of vampires, lycans and witches in the city of Nouveau Monde, but never one as mesmerizing as Mistress Genevieve. The centuries-old vampiress has a voice that could bring a man into the throes of ecstasy, and the exquisite beauty to match. Though Trevor has admired Genevieve from afar, he never expected to be drawn into the political war around her... moreEMT Trevor Blackstone has treated hundreds of vampires, lycans and witches in the city of Nouveau Monde, but never one as mesmerizing as Mistress Genevieve. The centuries-old vampiress has a voice that could bring a man into the throes of ecstasy, and the exquisite beauty to match. Though Trevor has admired Genevieve from afar, he never expected to be drawn into the political war around her. But even as they are chased by her enemies, the real danger is the passion that blazes when he lays his healing touch on her. Trevor craves Genevieve and her bite, but is it worth the risk of surrendering "forever"? less

Desire can be deadly. Gabriel Bellmonte knows that better than anyone. He let his first love slip away, while loyalty to his kind kept him in Nouveau Monde fighting crime. But now the seasoned Lycan investigator has been handed his toughest assignment yet. "Shadow Elise Leroy's every move" is his order from above—something Gabriel will do with pleasure. Except his lingering attraction for Elise could be his downfall... moreDesire can be deadly. Gabriel Bellmonte knows that better than anyone. He let his first love slip away, while loyalty to his kind kept him in Nouveau Monde fighting crime. But now the seasoned Lycan investigator has been handed his toughest assignment yet. "Shadow Elise Leroy's every move" is his order from above—something Gabriel will do with pleasure. Except his lingering attraction for Elise could be his downfall. She has returned a glamorous, successful woman, who now finds herself the target of a twisted stalker…and in need of 24-hour protection. Gabriel is skilled at what he does, but he'll need to sharpen his fangs against a formidable foe. Because he can't risk the consequences to his reputation…or to the enticing little diva who has dramatically reclaimed his heart. less