A Cruel Thirst - by Angela Montoya (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A fledgling vampire and a headstrong vampire huntress must work together--against their better judgment--to rid the world of monsters in this irresistible romantic fantasy.

Carolina Fuentes is determined to prove to her father that she makes a better slayer than wife. He wants her married and safe from the bloodthirsty vampiros plaguing their pueblo. She wants to kill un vampiro to prove herself. Yet when she meets one face to face, he's nothing like she expected...

Lalo Villalobos had a perfectly dull life until un vampiro turned him. Forced to flee his city, he heads to the pueblo where the first vampiro was made. But instead of finding a way to reverse his terrible curse, he collides with a beautiful young woman who'd gladly drive a dagger through is heart.

Fortunately, Lalo and Carolina share a common enemy. They can wipe out this evil, together. If his fangs and her fists can stay focused, they might just triumph and discover what it feels like to take a bite out of love.

Review Quotes

A CALIBA GOLDEN POPPY AWARD FINALIST

★ "An irresistibly charming forbidden romance." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "Superb. A simultaneously familiar and fresh romance." - SLJ, starred review

"Vampires, ancient evil, a centuries-long feud, and forbidden romance? Montoya brings it all, and I am HERE for every second of it!" --Tracy Wolff, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Crave series

"Montoya breathes fresh life into the vampire-and-vampire-hunter trope with a vivid world beautifully woven with Latinx lore and a romance both searing and tender. Compelling, vivacious, and filled with heart, A Cruel Thirst is a sparkling addition to the romantasy shelves." --Amélie Wen Zhao, New York Times bestselling author of the Song of the Last Kingdom duology

"A confident romp that is equal parts witty historical romance and captivating paranormal adventure, Montoya's signature blend of panache, humor, and heart makes A Cruel Thirst exactly the kind of Latinx vampire novel I wanted to read!" --Isabel Cañas, USA Today bestselling author of Vampires of El Norte

"Angela Montoya has created a vampire myth that is inspired by Mexican lore but entirely her own. Teens will root for the fierce Carolina, who forges her own destiny and makes her own rules in this lush historical fantasy romance." --Zoraida Córdova, USA Today bestselling author of The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina

"A magnificent take on vampire lore. Angela Montoya takes the classic trope of vampire x vampire hunter and breathes new life into it, in more ways than one. Both tender and fierce, A Cruel Thirst is a must-read for fans of good books. Period." --Kamilah Cole, bestselling author of So Let Them Burn and This Ends in Embers

"With action that will have you on the edge of your seat and banter that will leave you grinning, A Cruel Thirst has everything you could want in a paranormal romance." --Margie Fuston, author of The Revenant Games

"Montoya centers action, tropey fun, and insta-love romance to spin an adventurous romp that will appeal to romantasy readers." --Publishers Weekly

"[A] dreamy romance with high stakes." --Booklist

About the Author

Angela Montoya has been obsessed with the magic of storytelling since she was a little girl. She hasn't seen a day without a book in her hand, a show tune in her mind, or a movie quote on her lips. Her debut novel, Sinner's Isle, received multiple starred reviews. When she isn't lost in the world of words, Angela can be found hiding away on her small farm in Northern California, where she's busy bossing around her partner and their two children, as well as a host of animals.