[Magic & Mayhem 02] • Witches Be Burned

**In Stacey Kennedy’s steamy paranormal romance novel, a rookie guardian sworn to combat the undead risks life and love in a world of violence, witchcraft, and seduction.**

Trained as an Elite Guardian and witch, Nexi Jones has lost her family and she’s hell-bent on making sure she doesn’t lose anyone else. At least she has Kyden, her smoldering hot partner who’s been there for her every step of the way. But just as Nexi thinks she’s done mourning, tragedy strikes the Otherworld when a fellow guardian is murdered by a group of rogue vampires. Drawn into their dangerous games, she and Kyden trek into the Earthworld to hunt down a killer—and Nexi alone will be put to the ultimate test.

Although Kyden knows that Nexi must fight her own battles, his guardian instincts are raging as he struggles to keep her close. The ruthlessness of these vampires is like nothing he’s ever seen. And at their helm is the black witch Astoria, a demon with one burning desire: to shed blood in the name of vengeance. What troubles Kyden even more, though, is the warlock lurking in the shadows. Let the devil do his worst . . . all Kyden can do is love and protect Nexi until his last breath.

**Praise for *Witches Be Burned***

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“*Witches Be Burned* has everything I love in paranormal romance: scorching heat, dramatic world-building, heart-wrenching emotion, and sexy heroes!”**—Carrie Ann Ryan, *New York Times* bestselling author of *Tattered Loyalties***

“An intriguing, exciting, and sexy adventure that lures you into its darkness and refuses to let go.”**—Cecy Robson, author of the Weird Girls series**

“While I do recommend this one for any paranormal romance reader, just about anyone could enjoy this novel.”**—Keeper Bookshelf**

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“If you like paranormal romance/urban fantasy, *Witches Be Burned* is definitely one to check out.”**—Kimber Leigh Writes**

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“The pace is steady and the plot is well written. This was an enjoyable book with a good cast of characters. Recommended for all fans of paranormal romance and Stacey Kennedy.”**—Archaeolibrarian**

**Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.**