House of Frost Series by M.J. Mercer

A secret spell that could unlock unlimited magic. An impossible choice between love and power. When the young witch, Josie, is sent to retrieve a vial of fae blood for her father’s spell, she’s attacked by a rogue vampire. But before he can finish the job, she’s saved by another creature. One she loves. Her father would kill her if he found out about James, the half-angel she’d do anything for. But things start to crumble when her father turns on her... moreA secret spell that could unlock unlimited magic. An impossible choice between love and power. When the young witch, Josie, is sent to retrieve a vial of fae blood for her father’s spell, she’s attacked by a rogue vampire. But before he can finish the job, she’s saved by another creature. One she loves. Her father would kill her if he found out about James, the half-angel she’d do anything for. But things start to crumble when her father turns on her. With the help of his dark magic, he does the unthinkable and attacks. As he peers deep into her mind, seeking her mysteries, Josie learns a carefully concealed secret that was never meant to be shared.A hidden truth that changes everything and awakens something dark within her. Something so evil she’s willing to do the unthinkable.Rise of the Dark Witch is a novella (22,000 words). It’s the prequal to the House of Frost dark paranormal romance series. If you like tough heroines and anti-heroes, steamy action, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, then you’ll love M.J. Mercer’s sexy tale. less

Is David her guardian angel in a world gone crazy? Or is Jess the crazy one?Two weeks ago, FBI agent Jess Bryant didn’t believe in angels, vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, or witches, but she’s quickly learning that the world has secrets even her psychic abilities didn’t see coming.When she’s assigned a peculiar murder case, Jess winds up caught in the crosshairs... moreIs David her guardian angel in a world gone crazy? Or is Jess the crazy one?Two weeks ago, FBI agent Jess Bryant didn’t believe in angels, vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, or witches, but she’s quickly learning that the world has secrets even her psychic abilities didn’t see coming.When she’s assigned a peculiar murder case, Jess winds up caught in the crosshairs. Staring death in the face, she doesn’t predict being saved by a half-angel, but she quickly finds herself falling…She better hope he has wings.They’ve only just met, but David Woods knows that Jess is unlike any woman he’s ever known. Protecting mortals is his day job, but protecting Jess is looking like a round-the-clock task – not that he minds.With a killer determined to steal her soul, he’s forced to break every rule in the book and reveal the real world to Jess. Which also means telling her his true nature.He quickly realizes he’ll do anything to protect her, and in this case, keeping her safe means taking her home to Scotland. He knows Jess is special. He also knows his dark past might cost her the future.There’s war on the wind, and she’s the key to winning…or losing.Frost & Flame is a full-length (87,000 words) novel. It’s book one in the House of Frost dark paranormal romance series and ends on a cliff-hanger. If you like tough heroines and antiheros, steamy action, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, then you’ll love M.J. Mercer’s sexy tale. less

Fleeing from the man she loves, psychic FBI agent Jess Bryant finds herself captured.There’s no way he’s coming for her after she ran out on him. With no other choice, Jess is forced to reveal the truth to her captor, betraying David in the process. She doesn’t want to let him go, but she’d never forgive herself if he risked his life because of her.David Woods can’t stand by with Jess in danger, especially since it’s his fault... moreFleeing from the man she loves, psychic FBI agent Jess Bryant finds herself captured.There’s no way he’s coming for her after she ran out on him. With no other choice, Jess is forced to reveal the truth to her captor, betraying David in the process. She doesn’t want to let him go, but she’d never forgive herself if he risked his life because of her.David Woods can’t stand by with Jess in danger, especially since it’s his fault.After saving her life from the witch who’d captured her, David asks his best friend, the vampire king, to escort her home and protect her. He knows it’s what needs to be done to keep her safe.Too bad his heart doesn’t agree.But David’s out of options. An ancient prophecy has named Jess as the world’s last hope, leaving her in more danger than ever. On top of that, there’s a new supernatural killer on the loose, and with an impending war between Heaven and Hell, the stakes are higher than ever.Can a common enemy, incredible danger, and time spent hunting a vengeful angel push them back together? Or will their differences forever force them apart?Frost & Shadow is a full-length (87,000 words) novel. It’s book two in the House of Frost dark paranormal romance series and ends on a cliffhanger. If you like tough heroines and antiheros, steamy action, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, then this tale is for you. less