Awakened

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-- Belladonna Agency Book 2 --  Ex-soldier Barrett Miles had no idea that vampires were real—until Belladonna recruits her to serve as a covert agent and infiltrate a murderous sex ring run by the most depraved of immortals, those who feed on the purity and blood of innocents. Their latest victim: a young girl whom Barrett promised to protect. She will be sold—unless Barrett can find her first. Forced to team up with her former lover, Nick Maltese, an undercover sniper, Barrett is caught between fulfilling her personal mission and shielding her heart from the man who betrayed her.Nick’s hunting a new breed of vampires and harboring a terrible secret when Barrett finds him. Soon a seething underworld of strange desires threatens to engulf them all. Can he save the girl and reclaim Barrett’s heart? Nick knows he has only one chance to prove himself to her as the hunt begins—and their love forces them to embrace the darkest places in their souls. Praise for *Awakened “A nifty romantic suspense to sink your teeth into.”*—Fresh FictionPraise for Virnia DePaul’s Turned *“A captivating start to a fascinating new series with a hero that’s to die for.”—Bestselling author Rhyannon Byrd“If you’re looking for a hot, sexy, emotional read, Virna DePaul delivers!”—New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J. Kenner* “Virna DePaul creates yummy alpha heroes.”—New York Times bestselling author Tina Folsom“With Turned, Virna DePaul delivers a sexy and exciting new take on the vampire novel, one that comes complete with a kick-ass heroine and a to-die-for hero. I can’t wait for the sequel!”—Tracy Wolff, bestselling author of *Ruined* “Turned is intense, intricate, and insomnia-inducing (plan to stay up way too late!). Virna DePaul puts the awesome in the awesomesauce of paranormal romance.”—Joyce Lamb, curator, USA Today’s *Happy Ever After* “The chemistry between the two was great and made for some very sexy scenes.”—*Fresh Fiction“This book has everything you could want and so, so much more!”—Guilty Pleasures Book Review “Turned is an intriguing story with flawed characters who I connected with immediately. Fans of paranormal romance rejoice, here’s a compelling new series to sink your teeth into.”—*Harlequin Junkie* From the Paperback edition.Review*Praise for Awakened “A nifty romantic suspense to sink your teeth into.”*—Fresh Fiction Advance praise for Virnia DePaul’s Turned* *“A captivating start to a fascinating new series with a hero that’s to die for.”—Bestselling author Rhyannon Byrd“If you’re looking for a hot, sexy, emotional read, Virna DePaul delivers!”—New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J. Kenner “With Turned, Virna DePaul delivers a sexy and exciting new take on the vampire novel, one that comes complete with a kick-ass heroine and a to-die-for hero. I can’t wait for the sequel!”—Tracy Wolff, bestselling author of *Ruined* “Turned is intense, intricate, and insomnia-inducing (plan to stay up way too late!). Virna DePaul puts the awesome in the awesomesauce of paranormal romance.”—Joyce Lamb, curator, USA Today’s *Happy Ever After* “Virna DePaul creates yummy alpha heroes.”—New York Times bestselling author Tina Folsom“The chemistry between the two was great and made for some very sexy scenes.”—*Fresh Fiction“This book has everything you could want and so, so much more!”—Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews “Turned is an intriguing story with flawed characters who I connected with immediately. Fans of paranormal romance rejoice, here’s a compelling new series to sink your teeth into.”—*Harlequin Junkie* About the AuthorVirna DePaul is a former criminal prosecutor and the nationally bestselling author of paranormal romance, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense. Her many books include the Para-Ops series, the Special Investigations Group series, and the Dalton Brothers novels. Visit her at virnadepaul.com. Sean Crisden is a multitalented actor and an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator who has recorded audiobooks in almost every genre, from science fiction to romance. He has also voiced characters in numerous video games and appeared in many commercials and films, including The Last Airbender.