Previously published as The Pet: Captive To Lover Vampire Human Dark Romance by Samantha Beneke.
A centuries-old vampire. An artist who refuses to break. A dangerous connection neither can resist.‘A must add to your TBR list! This book surprised me in the best way.
At its heart, this is a slow-burn, academia-tinged romance. Samantha Beneke has crafted a beautifully written, character-driven debut that feels both haunting and intimate.
The romance is poetic—free from alpha-male possessiveness and instead filled with cherish, devotion, and quiet adoration. The spice is present, tender, and gorgeously written.
A truly stunning debut: lyrical, romantic, and unforgettable.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When artist Kate Morgan is abducted from her Budapest gallery opening, she fears death. Instead, she awakens in the opulent but unsettling estate of Devon Karlov, a vampire art collector who has spent lifetimes surrounding himself with beauty… and now, he has taken her.
But Kate is more than a possession. Her fire, defiance, and haunting art stir something in Devon he thought long buried. What begins as captivity becomes a battle of wills, a dance of tension and desire, where every stolen glance and near-touch threatens to unravel them both.
As Kate is drawn deeper into Devon’s world of dangerous politics and ancient rivalries, she realises his enemies see her as his weakness. Her survival depends not only on her strength, but on a connection she never meant to feel.
If you crave vampire paranormal romance built on longing, tension, dark academia atmosphere, and a love story that smoulders in the shadows, The Pet will captivate you.
Tropes And Features:Vampire Human Romance (Vampire MMC and Human FMC)Captor/captive tension with slow-burn and spiceBeauty And The Beast vibesForced ProximityDark Academia luxury, art, and forbidden obsessionA strong heroine who refuses to yieldMorally complex love storyMature themes (18+)
Perfect for fans of J.R. Ward, Laura Thalassa, V.C. Andrews, C.J. Primer, and Kresley Cole.
⚠️ Book 1 of the Captive Hearts Trilogy. Ends on a cliffhanger.
The reader reviews say it all!”This book reminded me why I love reading—because sometimes you find a story that sweeps you away so completely. The Pet is gripping, emotional, and wonderfully to the point, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘One chapter had my heart racing, the next had me smiling – each page had you wondering – What next.
This is more than a love story. Yes there’s passion – intense, beautifully written passion – but – there are also twists that will leave you breathless and hungry for more.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I like this paranormal romance/captive romance book. Devon is a vampire, Kate is a human, and MMC’s obssession is real. The plot is interesting, the romance is there, the smut is not too spicy, what’s not to love? This is definitely a palate cleanser for me, my cup of tea.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A unique and uncommon must read! What started off as a vampire novel ended in a beautiful love story with thought-provoking themes for both vampire and human. A perfect balance of storyline, intimacy, and intellect.”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
