Fantasy Lover

Fantasy Lover introduces readers to Grace Alexander, a successful sex therapist who has sworn off men after one too many disappointments. When her best friend convinces her to participate in an ancient summoning ritual as a birthday gag gift, Grace accidentally conjures Julian of Macedon—a legendary Greek warrior cursed to spend eternity as a love slave, trapped in a book and summoned to fulfill women's fantasies for one month at a time. But Julian is far more than the passionate fantasy figure Grace expected, and their connection quickly becomes more than either bargained for. As Grace and Julian's relationship deepens, they must confront the tragic curse that has bound him for two thousand years and the dark forces that want to keep him enslaved forever. The story blends steamy romance with Greek mythology, exploring themes of trust, redemption, and finding real love after betrayal. Grace must learn to open her heart again, while Julian struggles with whether breaking his curse is even possible after centuries of punishment. This novel launched Sherrilyn Kenyon's career as a paranormal romance powerhouse, appealing to readers who love alpha heroes with wounded souls, modern heroines who can hold their own, and the combination of ancient mythology with contemporary settings. The book balances humor, heat, and heart while introducing the mythological world that would expand into Kenyon's bestselling Dark-Hunter series.