The Crimson Vampire Coven Series by B.A. Stretke

Alexander Stone has had it with all these loving couples. After Cullen found his chosen Ethan, Alexander was shocked to learn that a young member of the coven had also found his forever love. For Alexander, that was the straw that broke the camel's back, he would not be alone anymore. He began a search far and wide for the person who would be his chosen and his partner forever. Alexander had always assumed his chosen would be a woman... moreAlexander Stone has had it with all these loving couples. After Cullen found his chosen Ethan, Alexander was shocked to learn that a young member of the coven had also found his forever love. For Alexander, that was the straw that broke the camel's back, he would not be alone anymore. He began a search far and wide for the person who would be his chosen and his partner forever. Alexander had always assumed his chosen would be a woman. As the Master Vampire of the Crimson Coven, he needed to procreate and provide an heir, but when he learns shockingly that his chosen is in fact a man and working right under his nose he sets off to claim the heart of his beloved. When you're as much of a playboy as Alexander Stone, there's bound to be some bumps in the road and some psycho exes, but he is determined to succeed in claiming his Quinn, his forever love. Quinn Ravenscroft just wanted the experience of accounting for a major firm and working with a large enough corporation to give him a good reference on his CV, what he hadn't bargained for was the tall, dashing, and charismatic Alexander Stone to sweep into his life and turn it upside down. Quinn wants to believe that Alexander is true, but he's read the tabloids and head the rumors about the playboy CEO of Crimson Corp. How could he be interested in someone like Quinn? Quinn also has a secret and he knows that Alexander is hiding something as well. Can they overcome their secrets and find that forever love? Only fate can decide. less

Brice Rutley was so ready to quit his job. He’d been working for Swain Motors for just over a year and he couldn’t take another day of homophobic torment from his co-worker Arlon Baines. Arlon never was so overt that others would notice, but he made sure that Brice never had a moments peace on the job. Brice just had to find the right job to move into and he would be free of this place. That all changed when his boss Lester Swain made an announcement that made his blood run cold... moreBrice Rutley was so ready to quit his job. He’d been working for Swain Motors for just over a year and he couldn’t take another day of homophobic torment from his co-worker Arlon Baines. Arlon never was so overt that others would notice, but he made sure that Brice never had a moments peace on the job. Brice just had to find the right job to move into and he would be free of this place. That all changed when his boss Lester Swain made an announcement that made his blood run cold. He would have to take part in a mandatory wilderness retreat with the rest of the staff. This was Brice’s idea of a nightmare. It seemed simple enough to get through the weekend and avoid his coworkers at all costs, but with a sudden turn of events, Brice finds his life threatened and he’s being hunted. Can he escape with his life or will his fear cost him everything? Zaan Costin has returned to the Plantation after years on assignment for the Coven tracking down rogue vampires. Master Stone has called back in his best of the best. He is serious about security at the Plantation after the near successful attack on his chosen Quinn. Zaan sees the newly bonded couples and thinks longingly for a moment about what his own chosen will be like. His first night back he is dispatched to the woods to aid a lost camper, but the situation quickly becomes so much more dangerous. He must save his chosen and convince the man that he is safe in Zaan’s arms. Can he find his for now and his forever? less

Kegan George is jealous that everyone seems to be finding their chosen, but him. Every eighty years or so Covens go through a cycle, and Chosens come out of the woodwork. Kegan is determined that this time fate will not pass him by, he will be ready for his chosen. Cullen Volakis placed Kegan in charge of securing a parcel of land on the edge of the Crimson Plantation that belonged to an elderly woman named Eleanor Stevens but was now passing to an unknown heir from out of state... moreKegan George is jealous that everyone seems to be finding their chosen, but him. Every eighty years or so Covens go through a cycle, and Chosens come out of the woodwork. Kegan is determined that this time fate will not pass him by, he will be ready for his chosen. Cullen Volakis placed Kegan in charge of securing a parcel of land on the edge of the Crimson Plantation that belonged to an elderly woman named Eleanor Stevens but was now passing to an unknown heir from out of state. The Crimson Coven could not have strangers on its borders. After two of Kegan’s men get too heavy handed and create a feud with the new owner, Kegan must take it upon himself to smooth things over and secure the land. When he knocks on the door of the stately Victorian and meets the man face to face, he is floored to find his chosen, his forever love. Christopher (Chris) Hawthorne is not a man easily pushed and the heavy-handedness of the two Crimson soldiers has created some bad blood. He’s not going to be moved by brutes. What had started out as an unexpected inheritance has now begun to feel like the first real home he’d ever had. His life hasn’t been easy, and he longs for the safety of a real home. Can Kegan and Chris move past a bad first impression and begin to build a life? Outside forces and powers beyond their control will shape their destiny and maybe even end their lives. They must face it together if they are to prevail. less

The Coven is in turmoil. Three casters escaped from their cells and have cursed Master Stone’s chosen and their unborn child. They killed an unsuspecting soldier before they were dispatched by Master Stone and his right-hand man Cullen Volakis. The Coven now must figure out how to break the curse before it takes the life of the unborn heir to the Crimson Coven... moreThe Coven is in turmoil. Three casters escaped from their cells and have cursed Master Stone’s chosen and their unborn child. They killed an unsuspecting soldier before they were dispatched by Master Stone and his right-hand man Cullen Volakis. The Coven now must figure out how to break the curse before it takes the life of the unborn heir to the Crimson Coven. Tobias Yates has spent the last twenty years serving on the Vampire Council, but has returned home to find his beloved coven shaken to its core. Cullen finds a solution to their problems. A Sorcerer of great power can break the curse, but only for a price. Tobias, a man who hates anyone and anything practising magic must now act as bodyguard for this mystical man. Tobias’s parents were murdered by a witch, and he has spent his life making every caster he can find pay for her crimes. The Sorcerer he must now guard is more than meets the eye and Tobias finds himself yearning for the slender young man. Could this be his chosen? Can he make a life with this man or will his prejudice destroy everything before it can even begin? Lucian Lemaire is the only Sorcerer left walking the earth. At the age of nineteen he is parentless and alone, but for a woman with a heart of stone acting as his guardian, although she acts more like a pimp. She extracts money out of people requiring the extraordinary magic that only a Sorcerer can provide. After his Father’s death, he bound Lucian to this woman, Joan Clinesmith, to repay a moral debt. He must serve her as long as she walks the earth. Lucian is a man trapped in a gilded prison. When he arrives at the Crimson Coven to rid them of their curse he is met by suspicion and hostility, two things he has come to expect from his life. He would love nothing more than to experience the kind of respect and love the Crimson Coven has for each other, but as long as Joan Clinesmith pulls his strings he is nothing but her marionette. Tobias Yates is the only one who can break through and reach his heart, but he can feel the hate and the anger beneath Tobias’ guarded exterior. Do these two have a chance at forever love? Or will pride, duty, and prejudice once again ruin everything? less

Perry Kirk has not had an easy life. He’s an Omega Wolf on the cusp of maturity, and he’s trapped in servitude to Joan Clinesmith. When Clinesmith dies, and the spell confining her prisoners at the estate is lifted, he finds himself in even more danger than he lived in before. He is kidnapped by a man he thought was his friend who wants to sell him to the highest bidder. Wolf Packs will pay top dollar for a young Omega, renowned for their good luck and sexual powers... morePerry Kirk has not had an easy life. He’s an Omega Wolf on the cusp of maturity, and he’s trapped in servitude to Joan Clinesmith. When Clinesmith dies, and the spell confining her prisoners at the estate is lifted, he finds himself in even more danger than he lived in before. He is kidnapped by a man he thought was his friend who wants to sell him to the highest bidder. Wolf Packs will pay top dollar for a young Omega, renowned for their good luck and sexual powers. Perry is terrified, and he knows that his life hangs in the balance. He was sold by his uncle to Clinesmith, and now he is on the verge of being sold again. Perry has no close friends and no family. No one is looking for him, and in his mind all is lost…. or so he thinks. Fate is not as cruel as she seems. Talbot Yates is a rough warrior, a leading soldier for the Crimson Coven. He travels with his brother Tobias and his brother’s chosen Lucian Lemaire to deal with the prisoner’s held by the now dead Joan Clinesmith. He expects to be doing cleanup work, just another day in the life of a Crimson soldier. What he doesn’t expect is to walk into the room belonging to Perry Kirk and be assaulted by the scent of his chosen, the scent of fear and blood. Talbot flies into a rage. He must find his chosen and soon if he wants to have a life with his fated love. Talbot is a man who does not stop. He does not yield. He will travel to ends of the earth to save his chosen and punish anyone who gets in his way. Fate and Justice go hand in hand. less

Felix Howard has been on a long journey back from the brink of exile. After the attack on Cullen Volakis’ chosen Ethan, Felix has been on the outside of Coven society. He had been an unwilling participant in the matter and that is the only reason he still breathes today. After months of struggle, trying to win his way back to respect, he now finds himself on death’s door. He did everything in his power to protect Perry Kirk from the Jackal that had infiltrated the Crimson Coven... moreFelix Howard has been on a long journey back from the brink of exile. After the attack on Cullen Volakis’ chosen Ethan, Felix has been on the outside of Coven society. He had been an unwilling participant in the matter and that is the only reason he still breathes today. After months of struggle, trying to win his way back to respect, he now finds himself on death’s door. He did everything in his power to protect Perry Kirk from the Jackal that had infiltrated the Crimson Coven. He knew he would die, but he was determined to give honor to his service of the Coven. As he clings to life, his only hope lies with a wolf pack two states away. Can the wolf antidote pull Felix back to health? What other surprises await when wolves and vampires meet, evenly matched on common ground. Will there be peace or will centuries old prejudices keep Felix from recovering and keep him from his predestined love? Iver Cross is the Alpha of the Savage Mountain Wolf Pack in Pennsylvania. His road has not been easy, but he and his Beta Levi have built a prosperous pack. When the Crimson Coven came calling, looking for a kidnapped Omega Wolf named Perry Kirk, Iver was very willing to help. A bit of good will with a Coven as wealthy and powerful as Crimson could go a long way towards strengthening his pack. Now, Crimson has come calling again. This time to save one of their own who was mauled by a Jackal in service to the Coven. Iver respects a warrior and hopes the antidote will save Felix’s life. What he doesn’t know is that this Crimson Warrior, this Felix Howard will turn his life upside down. He could be his fated love or Felix could be his undoing. The outcome is up to Alpha Cross himself. less

Death has taught Jai Livingstone to never take anything in life for granted. Saved from the clutches of death at the hands of a caster by the Sorcerer Lucian, Jai is now a highly regarded Crimson Guard. He is determined to distinguish himself and never again let his soft heart be his undoing. After coming back from the other side, Jai now possesses enhanced abilities that allow him to see the evil intent within people’s hearts... moreDeath has taught Jai Livingstone to never take anything in life for granted. Saved from the clutches of death at the hands of a caster by the Sorcerer Lucian, Jai is now a highly regarded Crimson Guard. He is determined to distinguish himself and never again let his soft heart be his undoing. After coming back from the other side, Jai now possesses enhanced abilities that allow him to see the evil intent within people’s hearts. These powers make him a critical asset to the security of the Crimson Coven as Master Stone’s chosen Quinn’s pregnancy comes to term. This birth has inflamed the paranormal world, and there are dark forces at work willing to do everything they can to bring down the Crimson Coven. As allies are now under threat from the Coven’s enemies, it will be all up to Jai to level the playing field and give Crimson a fighting chance at survival. When he meets his chosen, the strong-willed first Beta of the Savage Mountain Wolves, his strength will be tested. Can he hold on to his life and his love, or will he have to lay it all on the line for the Crimson Coven? Levi Drayman never knew he was lonely until Jai Livingstone walked into his life. His pack was under threat from magical forces and right in the middle of the chaos, he finds his fate destined love. Levi isn’t a man who has ever been good at waiting, so he swoops in and makes his claim. He will soon find out that there is much more to Jai than meets the eye and there are so many more questions than answers. These questions will send them both on a collision course with the most dangerous forces in the supernatural world. He has only just found his mate, how is he supposed just to let Jai go and risk it all? No one ever said being loving a Crimson Guard would be easy. less

Harkin Ravenscroft, The Dragon King, never thought he would find his true mate. Harkin figured he had already lived that part of his life. Not wanting to wait, he took a squire dragon as his mate and they had five sons before Roland died at the hands of a hunter. Now his sons are grown and his son Quinn has already started a family of his own. Harkin is content taking care of his family and leading his people, even if he does think longingly of the power of the true mate bond... moreHarkin Ravenscroft, The Dragon King, never thought he would find his true mate. Harkin figured he had already lived that part of his life. Not wanting to wait, he took a squire dragon as his mate and they had five sons before Roland died at the hands of a hunter. Now his sons are grown and his son Quinn has already started a family of his own. Harkin is content taking care of his family and leading his people, even if he does think longingly of the power of the true mate bond. While staying at the Crimson Plantation and nurturing the dragon nature of his new grandson he finds himself, shockingly, drawn to a human in the cells beneath the Crimson Mansion and driven to protect him with everything he has. Harkin never thought he would find his true mate, but Fate is a strange lady. Now with danger threatening the lives of his people and mystery surrounding his young mate, Harkin will have to balance the fate of his dragons and the fate of his love otherwise he might just lose it all. Lachlan Edwards doesn’t know where he is, but he knows he’s in trouble. He saw something he was never meant to see and now he finds himself locked in a cell and face to face with the most fearsome men he’s ever met. Lachlan is a loner, he doesn’t put himself out, and now he’s worried that no one will notice him missing. The Coven tries to reason with him, but it’s impossible to penetrate his fear. That all changes when an impossibly large man with dark auburn hair sweeps him away and promises to protect him. He knows that everyone is keeping secrets from him, but he feels safe in the large man’s arms. There is something otherworldly happening at the Crimson Plantation and Lachlan can feel almost nothing but mystery and confusion. If he cannot find the forest through the trees, he may end up losing his destiny and the man meant to share it with him. Nothing in Crimson is ever what it seems to be. less