Once upon a time, a vampire fell in love with a hunter…

But love can be deadlier than any stake through the heart. Welcome back to Sangui City, where the trials for the city's heir have begun, and betrayal lurks in every shadow.

What makes this sequel absolutely unmissable:

🩸 Memory loss that changes EVERYTHING

🔥 Steam so intense readers say "my kindle might have melted" Goodreads

⚔️ Deadly trials with impossible challenges

🔒 BDSM dynamics

 😈 Red at her absolute darkest and most unhinged

💔 "filthy little blood slut" energy throughout

🎭 Political machinations and family betrayals

🌶️ Even more explicit than book one (yes, really)

The Story:

The trials have begun, and the stakes have never been higher. Red doesn't remember loving Octavia—she only knows hate. But her growing hunger for vampire blood is becoming impossible to control, and the truth about her identity threatens everything she believes. Meanwhile, Octavia must navigate deadly challenges while protecting a secret that could destroy them both.

As memories surface and loyalties shatter, Red and Octavia must decide: is their bond strong enough to survive when everyone wants them dead?

Content & Specifications:

• 387 pages of unhinged vampire romance
• Heat level: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 (6/5 - Off the charts explicit with BDSM)
• Book 2 in the Kingdom of Immortal Lovers trilogy
• 18+ adult content | British English
• Signed by Ruby Roe with exclusive Ruby HQ treats

Perfect for fans of:

• Middle books that destroy your soul
• Memory loss with devastating consequences
• Dark romance with actual darkness
• Toxic relationships that somehow work
• Characters making terrible decisions repeatedly
• Cliffhangers that will haunt your dreams

About Ruby Roe:

Ruby writes searingly hot sapphic romantasy that readers describe as both genius and emotionally devastating. Known for complex character dynamics and relationships that hurt so good, she's mastered the art of making readers suffer—and beg for more.

Why Buy Direct from Ruby HQ:

Every book is personally signed by Ruby and arrives with exclusive swag from our UK warehouse. Plus you'll be supporting an indie LGBTQ+ author directly!

Series Reading Order:

1. House of Crimson Hearts
2. House of Crimson Kisses (this book)
3. House of Crimson Curses
4. House of Crimson Nights
5. House of Crimson Spice

Warning from Other Readers: This is the middle book of a trilogy and it WILL hurt you. "The romantic arc between Red and Octavia is electrifying, rife with high stakes and passion" Courtney Reads Romance but also darker and more intense than book one. You've been warned.