Synopsis
It's been centuries since Isabeau St. Croix barely survived the French Revolution. Now she's made her way back to the living and she must face the ultimate test by confronting the evil British lord who left her for dead the day she turned into a vampire. That's if she can control her affection for Logan Drake, a vampire whose bite is as sweet as the revenge she seeks.
The clans are gathering for Helena's royal coronation as the next vampire queen, and new alliances are beginning to form now that the old rifts of Lady Natasha's reign have started to heal. But with a new common enemy, Leander Montmarte—a vicious leader who hopes to force Solange to marry him and usurp the power of the throne for himself—the clans must stand together to preserve the peace he threatens to destroy.
This second adventure in the Drake Chronicles—told from both Logan's and Isabeau's perspectives—has all the same butt-kicking action, heart-pounding romances and snarky humor that readers loved in Hearts at Stake, as well as exciting new revelations about the vampire dynasties to keep readers coming back for more.
VOYA
The Drakes are back in this second installment of The Drake Chronicles. Readers will find the Drake family settling into their role as the ruling family of vampires. But heavy is the head that wears the crown, they discover, as there is an attempt on the mother's life and bonds to forge. One of those bonds is with a vicious band of vampires known as the Hounds. Their princess, Isabeau, comes to meet with the family, only to begin a series of adventures and action. Keeping true to the style of Hearts at Stake (Walker, 2010/VOYA April 2010)—the first novel of this series—there is romantic tension and adventure with the book's star-crossed main characters, Logan and Isabeau. This title offers all the excitement of the first title but fleshes out another character from the Drake clan. Important vampire back matter is spread throughout the tale and does not overwhelm the reader—in fact, it is just right for establishing the plot. It also serves as the basis for the well-developed character of Isabeau. This is a well-crafted book and will easily appeal to teens. It is recommended for public and school library collections. Reviewer: Robbie Flowers