Dark Lover Book by J.R. Ward

*Dark Lover* by J.R. Ward (pseudonym of Jessica Bird) is the first novel in the *Black Dagger Brotherhood* series. It follows Wrath, the last purebred vampire and reluctant king, who is tasked with helping Beth Randall—a half-human, half-vampire woman—survive her dangerous transition into vampirehood. As Wrath protects Beth from deadly enemies known as Lessers, their relationship deepens, blending action, passion, and the complexities of vampire society