Everything comes with a price when it comes to demons... a truth that Gwendolyn Larouge experienced firsthand when she summoned Laish, a minor demon from the shadow realm, to help her perform a ritual of black magic. Unfortunately, black magic tends to grow, and soon Gwendolyn is drowning in darkness. And yet she is determined to correct her mistakes. But when a creature from the Abyss breaks into our world and threatens her beloved grandmother, Gwendolyn must admit she needs help. And that means summoning an enraged Laish again, even though she had sworn never to do so again. By responding to Gwendolyn's spell in a moment of boredom, the demon made a mistake. He thought he had what was left of his heart safely locked away. But as soon as he saw the Creole beauty with jade-colored eyes and skin the color of café au lait, Laish knew he was lost, and now he was determined to get her - no matter what the price he had to pay. And thanks to Gwendolyn's troubles, the price has skyrocketed. When it turns out that the fearless witch must travel through the shadow realm and close the door to the Abyss that she accidentally left open, she realizes that she cannot make the journey alone. Of course, Laish is more than willing to help her as an escort and bodyguard... for a significant fee. Gwendolyn does not want to pay for his services with her own body, but the lustful demon does not accept other currency. And with her grandmother's life at stake, Gwendolyn has no choice. Step by step, she must submit to all his demands. As Gwendolyn and Laish embark on a journey, going deeper and deeper into the depths of hell, will he be able to protect her? Will she be able to maintain her innocence? Or will they lose themselves and each other in... Bloody Shadows?