: Brandt turns Claire into a vampire against her will to save her; she initially rejects him and the life he has thrust upon her.
While it is a standalone, reviewers suggest reading (Mattias and Elaine's story) beforehand, as the events of Immortal Promise take place shortly after that book's conclusion. Immortal Promise (Vampire Mates) by Kim Loraine - Goodreads Immortal Promise by Kim Loraine
: Readers on Amazon frequently highlight the "scalding hot" chemistry and high level of "steam" between the leads. : Brandt turns Claire into a vampire against
: Fans enjoyed that Claire wasn't a "gooey heroine" and made Brandt work for her affection. However, some readers found her initial resistance slightly annoying. : Fans enjoyed that Claire wasn't a "gooey
: Claire is described as a strong heroine who fights for her independence, while Brandt is depicted as possessive and controlling.