Sweep of the Blade: 4 (Innkeeper Chronicles)

Maud Demille is a daughter of Innkeepers--a special group who provide lodging to other-planetary visitors--so she knows that a simple life isnt in the cards. But even Maud could never have anticipated what Fate would throw at her. Once a wife to a powerful vampire knight Maud and her young daughter Helen were exiled with him for his treachery to the desolate savage planet of Karhari. Karhari killed her husband and Maud--completely abandoned by his family--has spent over a year avenging his debts. Rescued by her sister Dina shes sworn off all things vampire. Except... In helping Dina save the world she met Arland the Marshal of House Krahr one of the most powerful vampire houses. One thing led to another and he asked for her hand in marriage. She declined. Arland is not used to hearing the word no; and try as she might Maud cant just walk away from Arland. It doesnt help that being human is a lot harder for Maud than being a vampire. To sort it all out she accepts his invitation to visit his home planet. House Krahr is extremely influential and Maud knows that a woman--a human with a very questionable past--whos turned down a proposal from its most beloved son wont get a warm reception. Maybe shes not sure about marrying Arland but House Krahr isnt going to decide for her. Maud Demille has never run from a fight and House Krahr will soon discover that theres a lot more to Maud than theyre expecting.