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As a highly trained spy and assassin for France during the Napoleonic wars, Demetrius Gannet Brocolac is no stranger to danger. So when a vampire descends on him in the middle of a clandestine night mission, Demetrius manages to kill the monster—but not quickly enough. That fateful night, Demetrius finds himself turned into a vampire. As he learns to navigate his new life, Demetrius finds himself entangled in the world of other vampires, suspicious detectives, and love. As he hones his skills at killing, with his Queen by his side, Demetrius becomes a respected member of the vampire society. But a few irresponsible kills draw the attention of those who see him as a monster. Now he must use his wiles and skills to secure a spot as the leader of one world while avoiding the legal and moral consequences of another.
Demetrius is an antihero in every meaning of the word. He vows to kill only those he deems unworthy, yet he seems to kill indiscriminately. He holds the highest regard for his chosen mate but does not hesitate to attack another's wife. He is a rapist and a killer and is shown to enjoy every moment. Yet there is still something human to Demetrius, which translates into a pang of sadness when tragedy befalls the vampire. Despite his vampiric tendencies, he feels love and loss as we all do. The author’s book shows what happens when a powerful man gains even more power—and how humanity can live on even in the vilest of monsters.