A mysterious recluse. A muscle for hire. United by an enemy unseen for centuries.Lotte wears the costume of a small town, shop owner like a protective second skin. Play the part of a middle-aged, workaholic woman and you'll fade into the background. There's safety in keeping her distance–not that her family left her much choice. But when a challenger threatens the peace she's worked hard to maintain, Lotte's competitive side comes out, putting her shop–and her heart–on center stage.Joaquin is a cavalier mercenary who lives for dark humor. He's seen it all in his job as a paranormal bouncer at a local pub. Motorcycles, late nights, and an unusual side gig keep him busy. But when a captivating woman with secrets as deep as the shadows begins to haunt his dreams, the past threatens to resurface–and that ain't happening under his watch.Fallen is the prequel novella in the Four Crowns series. This bonus story centers on finding love later-in-life, slow burn romance between star-crossed lovers, and has mild language with a little snark.
