Rosemary Green. Dark Nobles, #2

LOVE OR PEACE-THEY CAN'T HAVE BOTH. OberonPoised to inherit the mantle of vampire king, Oberon shoulders the weight of preserving peace within his realm. Yet, achieving harmony between vampires and humans proves elusive, with prejudice running deep among his kind. In a daring bid to forge unity, Oberon sets his sights on the daughter of his greatest adversary, hoping their union will quell discord.
But in a twist of fate, he finds himself ensnared by his own emotions, falling deeply in love with her. As unrequited affection threatens to undermine his strength, Oberon struggles to conceal his feelings, knowing the lady has agreed to marriage solely for political ends. If he fails, he risks not only sparking war but also losing the woman he adores. VelvetGroomed from birth to serve her father's ambitions, Velvet sees her purpose fulfilled in captivating the vampire prince.
Yet, as she captures his attention, she discovers her heart captured in return. Despite knowing their betrothal is a strategic move devoid of romantic intent, Velvet accepts, choosing to be manipulated by the man she loves rather than face a life devoid of him. As the wedding looms, Velvet is torn between duty and desire. Should she proceed with the wedding, continuing as her father's puppet and dragging her beloved prince into a bloodthirsty scheme? Or annul the engagement and risk her father's cruel fury as he discovers her loyalty has shifted?Set against the backdrop of Regency England and Ireland, this suspenseful tale of forbidden love and political intrigue will captivate readers seeking dark romance without explicit content.