Five years after a mysterious disease has caused vampires to rise to the top of the food chain in Santa Cruz, two warring covens are fighting for territory and blood. Dominic Duncan has been looking for an opportunity to destroy his rival's operation for months, and he may just have found it as he comes across one of Rene Deschamps' biggest secrets.

In a hunt for vengeance, Rene discovers Dominic's own weakness lies within Nox, a human-owned nightclub that acts as one of the only neutral grounds in the city. While the wealthiest vampires flock to take part in the revelry, Dominic has found himself captivated only by Sofie, the club's owner, and his obsession means he'll do anything to keep her all for himself. Even if it costs him everything.