The Rogue hunter (2008)

English

Rogue Hunter: An Immortal Who Protects The World From Renegade Vampires

Samantha Willan is a workaholic lawyer. She's grateful for some rest and relaxation in cottage country, and after a recent break-up she wants to stay as far away from romance as possible. Then she meets her irresistible new neighbor. There's something strange and mysterious about his eyes. Is it just her imagination, or are they locked on her neck?

Garrett Mortimer is a rogue hunter. His last assignment united Lucian Argeneau with his life mate, and Mortimer is hoping this one will be less... adventurous. He's here to track down a reported rogue, but fun in the sun is every bloodsucker's nightmare. Worse, he can't seem to get his mind off Samantha, especially when he spies her skinny-dipping in the lake. After eight hundred years as a bachelor, is he ready to turn a volatile attraction into a lasting love affair?

Author's comments

This story was a lot of fun for me. While it draws on the stories that came before and does include the Argeneaus, it also brings in previously unmet Argeneau and non-Argeneau characters. As well, they open up our view to the rest of the immortal world a bit more. These stories will also begin unraveling some previously hinted at Argeneau family secrets that only a few readers have picked up on. (Now you're wondering, aren't you? LOL)
But that starts in the book after this one. The Rogue Hunter, itself, is a light and fun reintroduction to Mortimer and the other Council Enforcers saddled with the task of protecting mankind from those gone rogue. Their jobs are difficult and dangerous at the best of times, and a strong bond forms between them as they help protect mortals and immortals alike. With great power comes great responsibility and these guys have it in spades!