Villain Edit - by Rosie Danan (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A struggling reality TV producer tries to turn a reluctant vampire into the first supernatural lead of a famous dating show before the cameras start rolling in this steamy paranormal rom-com.

Gabriel Hargrave, vampire crown prince, should be sitting on a throne right now. Instead, he's on "diplomatic assignment" -- forced to live amongst humans for a decade. He'll be welcomed back once he proves he can control the thirst prophesied to bring about his destruction. Gabriel thought he was doing the right thing, lying low in the last place anyone would look for him: a SoCal retirement community. But then he gets a warning: there is no test without exposure. Coincidentally, temptation just came knocking.

Harper Calloway makes great television. As the brains behind all the juiciest moments on Rare Pair: America's Most Exceptional Dating Experiment, she thought she was irreplaceable until one bitter male lead got her fired. Down and out, she takes a house-sitting gig for her grandmother and stumbles upon the answer to all her problems in the vampire next door. If she can deliver Gabriel--poised to be the first vampire on a reality dating show--to the network, she'll get the only thing she wants more than her job back: redemption.

The problem? Gabriel doesn't fit the dark and dangerous fantasy of a vampire prince; the only thing he's got less experience with than dating is drinking blood. Harper has her work cut out for her when the network gives her three weeks to get him ready to woo advertisers as the face of next season. If he flops, she's going down with him.

Review Quotes

"Completely unique, achingly sexy, and endearing as hell, Villain Edit is an absolute smash. I loved every second of this campy, vampy romance. Rosie Danan is one of my favorite authors, period."--Lyla Sage, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"This book plays with the delicious archetype of tall, dark, quiet and handsome (but he's also an exiled vampire crown prince) and masterfully inserts it into the modern world of reality tv; delivering a tension-filled romp where temptation is the main character you will root for. Danan proves once again she's one of the greatest voices in romance, and I can tell Villain Edit is an ode to her love for the genre--and vampires. You'll want to sink your teeth in this one."--Elena Armas, New York Times bestselling author

"Rosie Danan's Villain Edit is a steamy, modern, and witty spin on vampire romance that had me swooning and kicking my feet! I loved the reality show twist this book brought to the paranormal romance genre, and Gabriel and Harper are so easy to root for. Filled with hilarity, heat, and heart, Rosie's readers are in for a real treat!"--Mallory Marlowe, USA Today Bestselling Author of Love at First Sighting

"Full of wit, heat, and abundant insight into her two vastly sympathetic leads--human workaholic Harper and vampire prince Gabriel, both lost and lonely until they find each other--Rosie Danan's Villain Edit is tenderly romantic and endlessly incisive. I loved this story as much as Harper loves fountain Diet Coke (i.e., to a borderline concerning extent), and I can't wait to read whatever Rosie writes next!"--Olivia Dade, author of ZomRomCom

"A sparklingly fresh, unapologetically steamy treat for vampire romance fans!"--Jen Comfort, author of What is Love?

"Villain Edit's fascinating take on vampire lore contrasts against the shiny modernity of reality television production in a way that feels fresh, unique, and hard to put down. Rosie writes charming, nuanced, sympathetically flawed characters whose happily ever after feels deeply earned. Steamy, sweet, and sharp. I loved this!"--Heather Guerre, author of the Tooth & Claw series

"Danan is known for bold paranormal, witty prose, and slow-burn connections, which make steamy scenes all the more satisfying, and Villain Edit is no exception."--Marie Claire

"Gabriel is a swoonworthy hero--a cinnamon roll who shows a more alpha side when he's being fiercely protective or incredibly sexy. Harper puts up tough walls, but she really just wants to be loved, desired, and respected. This witty and steamy story displays nuanced and captivating insight into reality TV and gives a unique, refreshing take on vampires with just enough fangs and blood to thoroughly satisfy. Utterly enthralling and marvelously spicy."--Kirkus (starred review)

"Danan's witty rom-com, filled with heat and heart, is perfect for paranormal fans who love Lana Ferguson, April Asher, and Sarah Hawley."--Library Journal (starred review)

"Danan captivates with this seductive paranormal romance...Danan excels at creating intense chemistry, skillfully balancing carnal desire with heartfelt emotional connection. The result is that readers will be as invested in the protagonists' humorous banter as their passionate relationship...This slays."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

About the Author

Rosie Danan is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary and paranormal rom-coms. Her work has been optioned for film as well as translated into ten different languages and counting. When not writing, she enjoys jogging slowly to fast music, petting other people's dogs, and competing against herself in rounds of Chopped using the miscellaneous ingredients occupying her fridge. For free bonus content and updates about upcoming releases, join Rosie's newsletter at https: //rosiedanan.substack.com.