The Vampire and the Barista (The Vampire and Series Book 5)

Jamie’s life is a constant, exhausting juggling act. Balancing shifts at a library coffee shop while sheltering his younger siblings from the trauma of their abusive upbringing, he is barely holding his head above water. When news breaks that his landlord is selling their home, Jamie reaches a breaking point; he is desperate for a miracle to keep his small, vulnerable family together and safe. Enter Ivan, a man whose intensity is matched only by his hidden depth. The moment their paths cross, Ivan recognizes Jamie as his fated mate, yet the ghosts of his own history make him question if a man like him deserves such a connection. But when he discovers Jamie is teetering on the edge of ruin, instinct overrides hesitation. Ivan steps in as a protector, offering the security Jamie has craved for years. However, their budding romance is shadowed by a looming threat: an adversary from Ivan’s past emerges, turning their pursuit of a quiet life into a dangerous battle for survival. With everything they hold dear on the line, Jamie and Ivan must rely on the strength of their bond and the loyalty of their chosen family to navigate the darkness and fight for a future together.