The Immortal's Hunger

The Immortal's Hunger
Kelli Ireland

WHEN YOU PLAY WITH FIRE . . .It was only a matter of time before Gareth Brennan had to die. Before he made that ultimate sacrifice, the assassin wanted to know warmth once again. His recent experiences had destroyed his ability to create fire, yet sexy bartender Ashley Clement was now igniting one within him.As a Phoenix, Ashley had limited time herself; soon a male Phoenix would claim her. Unless she could find a lover. Gareth was the perfect man for the job. Except he was no human, and their union might draw even more danger. But to deny their fiery attraction…that was a truly impossible task.

WHEN YOU PLAY WITH FIRE...

It was only a matter of time before Gareth Brennan had to die. Before he made that ultimate sacrifice, the assassin wanted to know warmth once again. His recent experiences had destroyed his ability to create fire, yet sexy bartender Ashley Clement was now igniting one within him.

As a Phoenix, Ashley had limited time herself; soon a male Phoenix would claim her. Unless she could find a lover. Gareth was the perfect man for the job. Except he was no human, and their union might draw even more danger. But to deny their fiery attraction...that was a truly impossible task.

“I’ll show you mine when you show me yours.”

Ashley leaned into him and the smell of sunshine and dry heat intensified. “Clever man. I suppose closing time will provide us both the answer I’ve not yet decided on. Stay if you will.”

Spinning on her heel, she strode across the pub and slipped behind the bar.

Gareth stole a look at his watch.

Midnight.

Two hours to kill.

If this woman was his last chance? If she could give him the chance to find even a moment’s peace before an eternity of torment? There was nothing he wouldn’t do, no sin he wouldn’t commit. And he would do any of it, all of it, without batting an eye. After all, he was already damned, a dead man.

There was nothing left to lose, only a warm woman to gain.

KELLI IRELAND spent a decade as a name on a door in corporate America. Unexpectedly liberated by Fate’s sense of humor, she chose to carpe the diem and pursue her passion for writing. A fan of happily-ever-afters, she found she loved being the puppet master for the most unlikely couples. Seeing them through the best and worst of each other while helping them survive the joys and disasters of falling in love? Best. Thing. Ever. Visit Kelli’s website at www.kelliireland.com (http://www.kelliireland.com).

The Immortal’s Hunger

Kelli Ireland

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

Dear Reader (#ulink_8bbaefc4-9bd2-5ac9-a7f3-7944cb8ca633),

Welcome back to the myth and magic of Ireland! The first book in the series introduced you to the five men, all Druids, who make up the Assassin’s Arcanum. This second book introduces the man who’s second in command, or Regent: Gareth Brennan. Darkness has weighed him down for too long, but the personal sacrifice it will take to shed that weight may be too high a cost. Only time, and the power of love, will tell.

I was fortunate to spend several weeks in Ireland not long ago. The country is as charming as it is indescribably beautiful. And I can tell you without batting an eye that the country is as green as it’s reputed to be. And the people? They’re warm, friendly and have a quick wit about them. I made friends there that I still miss (waves at Mary and Tommy!).

Every time I delve into an Arcanum member’s story, I’m transported back to this land. Ireland wove her own magic around me. It seemed anything...everything...was possible while I was there. I’ve cherished each discovery I made in Ireland, both personal and professional. But that particular feeling of being able to do anything I set my mind to? I’ve held it closest of all.

May that sense of wonder and the urge to believe in the impossible find you somewhere within the pages of Gareth’s story.

Until next time,

Kelli

To all the amazing people who touched my life while I was in Ireland researching this series.

Contents

Cover (#ue4613d6f-e95e-597d-bec5-f90d63a736fd)

Back Cover Text (#ubad54ab7-66e8-5424-ac28-bbe510955958)

Introduction (#uf0c69602-dd0c-51d6-b55b-a8deed94931e)

About the Author (#u2830645b-8b32-5985-8d4e-9e3eccf08e41)

Title Page (#u9d90739f-b3ba-57be-a394-85f36b427481)

Dear Reader (#ulink_96c05b6e-65da-5192-b959-98692ae0d065)

Dedication (#ub50ab6f2-290a-524d-a82e-1a29594e5b92)

Chapter 1 (#u9a66318b-85d5-5b0e-b544-bbe66cc77b66)

Chapter 2 (#u9b6d275f-7417-5c55-bd49-6175159f7a4e)

Chapter 3 (#u3ee3f77d-fbdf-5fa4-8359-7a7326061ccf)

Chapter 4 (#u9960b57b-0a91-5d1a-975c-83d36c5e0b1f)

Chapter 5 (#u06bfb091-5c4c-5dcf-a355-863dfd2c78f7)

Chapter 6 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 7 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 8 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 9 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 10 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 11 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 12 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 13 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 14 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 15 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 16 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 17 (#litres_trial_promo)