. . . A sweeping story that transcends time. . . . Enchanting and enthralling!” —M. J. Rose, international bestselling author of The Hypnotist “A novel full of surprises and a powerful evocation of the dark side of romantic love.” —Publishers Weekly “Seductive, daring, soaring, and gut-wrenching. . . . A lush, historical rendering of transcendent love, paranormal beings, and the depths of pain that can be felt by immortal hearts.” —Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet “Readers won’t be able to tear their eyes away from Katsu’s mesmerizing tale.” —Booklist (starred review) “Alma Katsu’s searing tale of otherworldly lovers and eternal obsession will seduce you from page one. With its elegant prose and riveting plot, The Taker is as irresistible as the hauntingly beautiful, pleasure-seeking immortals who scorch its pages.