Gates of Rapture (The Guardians of Ascension) - Softcover

"A great story with a really different take on vampires. This is one book that is sure to be a hit with readers who love paranormals. Fans of J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series are sure to love this one too." -"Red Roses for Authors Blog" ""Ascension" is like wandering in a field of a creative and colorful dream. There are many interesting, formidable, terrifying, beautiful and unique images. They surround and envelop you in a story as old as time." -Barnes and Noble's "Heart to Heart Romance Blog" "Incredibly creative, "Ascension" takes readers to another level as you learn about two earths, vampires, ancient warriors, and a new twist on love. I felt like I was on a roller coaster ride, climbing until I hit the very top only to come crashing down at lightning speed. Once you pick this book up, clear off your calendar because you won't be able to put it down. Best book I have read all year." -"SingleTitles.com" Praise for the Guardians of Ascension series by Caris Roane " "Caris Roane powers into the paranormal romance genre with a sexy, cool, edgy, romantic fantasy that gleams like the dark wings and lethal allure of her Guardians of Ascension vampires. Prepare to be enthralled!" --New York Times bestselling author Lara Adrian"Roane's worldbuilding is complex and intriguing, and in addition to her compelling protagonists, she serves up a slew of secondary characters begging to be explored further. The Guardians of Ascension is a series with epic potential!" --Romantic Times (4 1/2 stars)"Ascension is like wandering in a field of a creative and colorful dream. There are many interesting, formidable, terrifying, beautiful and unique images. They surround and envelop you in a story as old as time." --Barnes and Noble's Heart to Heart Romance Blog"Incredibly creative, Ascension takes readers to another level as you learn about two earths, vampires, ancient warriors, and a new twist on love. I felt like I was on a roller coaster ride, climbing until I hit the very top only to come crashing down at lightning speed. Once you pick this book up, clear off your calendar because you won't be able to put it down. Best book I have read all year." --SingleTitles.com Caris Roane powers into the paranormal romance genre with a sexy, cool, edgy, romantic fantasy that gleams like the dark wings and lethal allure of her Guardians of Ascension vampires. Prepare to be enthralled! "New York Times bestselling author Lara Adrian" Roane's worldbuilding is complex and intriguing, and in addition to her compelling protagonists, she serves up a slew of secondary characters begging to be explored further. The Guardians of Ascension is a series with epic potential! "Romantic Times (4 1/2 stars)" "Ascension" is like wandering in a field of a creative and colorful dream. There are many interesting, formidable, terrifying, beautiful and unique images. They surround and envelop you in a story as old as time. "Barnes and Noble's Heart to Heart Romance Blog" Incredibly creative, "Ascension" takes readers to another level as you learn about two earths, vampires, ancient warriors, and a new twist on love. I felt like I was on a roller coaster ride, climbing until I hit the very top only to come crashing down at lightning speed. Once you pick this book up, clear off your calendar because you won't be able to put it down. Best book I have read all year. "SingleTitles.com"" Praise for the Guardians of Ascension series by Caris Roane..."Roane has clearly established herself as a formidable teller of paranormal tales!" --Romantic Times (Top Pick!)"Caris Roane powers into the paranormal romance genre with a sexy, cool, edgy, romantic fantasy that gleams like the dark wings and lethal allure of her Guardians of Ascension vampires. Prepare to be enthralled!"--"New York Times" bestselling author Lara Adrian"Roane's worldbuilding is complex and intriguing, and in addition to her compelling protagonists, she serves up a slew of secondary characters begging to be explored further. The Guardians of Ascension is a series with epic potential!"--"Romantic Times" (4 1/2 stars)"A super urban romantic fantasy in which the audience will believe in the vampires and the Ascension...fast-paced...thrilling." --"Alternative Worlds""A great story with a really different take on vampires. This is one book that is sure to be a hit with readers who love paranormals. Fans of J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series are sure to love this one too." -"Red Roses for Authors Blog"""Ascension" is like wandering in a field of a creative and colorful dream. There are many interesting, formidable, terrifying, beautiful and unique images. They surround and envelop you in a story as old as time." -Barnes and Noble's "Heart to Heart Romance Blog""Incredibly creative, "Ascension" takes readers to another level as you learn about two earths, vampires, ancient warriors, and a new twist on love. I felt like I was on a roller coaster ride, climbing until I hit the very top only to come crashing down at lightning speed. Once you pick this book up, clear off your calendar because you won't be able to put it down. Best book I have read all year." -"SingleTitles.com""Tightly plotted and smoking hot...a fantastic read."--Fresh Fiction Praise for the Guardians of Ascension seriesby Caris Roane..."Caris Roane powers into the paranormal romance genre with a sexy, cool, edgy, romantic fantasy that gleams like the dark wings and lethal allure of her Guardians of Ascension vampires. Prepare to be enthralled!"--"New York Times" bestselling author Lara Adrian"Roane's worldbuilding is complex and intriguing, and in addition to her compelling protagonists, she serves up a slew of secondary characters begging to be explored further. The Guardians of Ascension is a series with epic potential!"--"Romantic Times" (4 1/2 stars)"A super urban romantic fantasy in which the audience will believe in the vampires and the Ascension...fast-paced...thrilling." --"Alternative Worlds""A great story with a really different take on vampires. This is one book that is sure to be a hit with readers who love paranormals. Fans of J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series are sure to love this one too." -"Red Roses for Authors Blog"""Ascension" is like wandering in a field of a creative and colorful dream. There are many interesting, formidable, terrifying, beautiful and unique images. They surround and envelop you in a story as old as time." -Barnes and Noble's "Heart to Heart Romance Blog""Incredibly creative, "Ascension" takes readers to another level as you learn about two earths, vampires, ancient warriors, and a new twist on love. I felt like I was on a roller coaster ride, climbing until I hit the very top only to come crashing down at lightning speed. Once you pick this book up, clear off your calendar because you won't be able to put it down. Best book I have read all year." -"SingleTitles.com""Tightly plotted and smoking hot...a fantastic read."--Fresh Fiction

As a vampire and a warrior, Leto Distra is deadly. But after years of being forced to drink dying blood, he is now part beast - a wild savage thing lurking beneath the surface. With war on the horizon, Leto is determined to help the Guardians of Ascension destroy the enemy who turned him into a monster. And there's only one woman who can help him.