Trial by Fire — Terra Laurent

Ian Sheldon has come to Whitehaven Hall to undergo the trial that will initiate him into the brutal world of mage adepts, where slaughter is the reward for weakness and power alike. Ian knows the reality of the ranks he seeks to enter-his father was murdered by another mage. Aodh Graeme is a surly but sensuously handsome demon with fiery hair and copper eyes-and a violent need for blood. Aodh is Ian's servant and guide for the trials, magically bound to Ian for the duration of his test. This bond flows their magic between them, heightening the fierce attraction Ian already feels for the laconic demon. But, the alternate reality hosting the trials shows Ian his intimidating guide may not be trustworthy. As Ian progresses towards the lurid horizon that houses his ultimate goal, he must decide if he will surrender to Aodh's sensual pull-and possibly become the next victim of the mages.