Underground Encounters Series by Lisa Carlisle

Lucan thought it was just a fling. He never should have messed around with a witch. Gargoyle shifter brothers, Lucan, Danton, and Mattias, are attacked by a vengeful witch. She locks them in stone form and clouds their memories with dark magic. A curse that controls their lives. She has stolen their free will. How will they cope with the darkness?

(This novella is now called Smolder, and has been revised and expanded with new content. It was originally published as Smoldering Nights in 2012. Start the Underground Encounters series today!)Nike loves visiting the goth club Vamps—she can exchange her firefighter uniform for a slinky fantasy outfit. There she runs into the man she’d been admiring from afar at a rock-climbing gym... more(This novella is now called Smolder, and has been revised and expanded with new content. It was originally published as Smoldering Nights in 2012. Start the Underground Encounters series today!)Nike loves visiting the goth club Vamps—she can exchange her firefighter uniform for a slinky fantasy outfit. There she runs into the man she’d been admiring from afar at a rock-climbing gym. He’s been the star of all her sexual fantasies, so is it any wonder they end up in his private room upstairs? Just when things begin to heat up, Michel’s enemies appear. Michel isn’t an ordinary mortal. And someone from his past is on the hunt for vengeance. Michel and Nike are forced to run and hide out in a coastal cottage in Maine. They can’t resist their attraction and spend the nights exploring each other’s bodies while trying to sort out how they feel. Can they overcome their differences while evading the predators chasing them? less

Maya Winters, a firefighter, heads out on Halloween to dance at her favorite club. A man with haunting eyes watches her from the back of the club. He’s just her type—a dark, brooding bad boy. She feels their connection, but thinks it’s merely physical attraction. Despite being the new owner, Tristan Stone avoids people in the underground goth club due to his curse... moreMaya Winters, a firefighter, heads out on Halloween to dance at her favorite club. A man with haunting eyes watches her from the back of the club. He’s just her type—a dark, brooding bad boy. She feels their connection, but thinks it’s merely physical attraction. Despite being the new owner, Tristan Stone avoids people in the underground goth club due to his curse. But when he spots a woman dancing alone surrounded by an unusual glow, he must discover who she is and what gives her the radiating power. While they work together to understand their connection, passion ignites, leading to danger. And the heat could send their world up in flames. Fire is the next installment in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. Step into Vamps, a thrilling new world of steamy paranormal romance featuring sexy shifters, thirsty vampires, wicked witches, and gorgeous gargoyles. Fire was originally published as Fiery Nights in 2012. It has been revised for this rerelease. Don't miss this fiery continuation of the hot Underground Encounters series! less

Forbidden love and dangerous secrets.Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.Shifters, vampires, witches, and gargoyles. Who will you meet at Vamps tonight?Welcome to Vamps in these three stories:CURSED (a gargoyle shifter er romance) SMOLDER (a vampire / firefighter romance) FIRE (a witch / firefighter romance) CURSEDNever cross a witch.Three brothers disover that the hard way when a vindictive witch locks them in stone.Witches be crazy.. moreForbidden love and dangerous secrets.Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.Shifters, vampires, witches, and gargoyles. Who will you meet at Vamps tonight?Welcome to Vamps in these three stories:CURSED (a gargoyle shifter er romance) SMOLDER (a vampire / firefighter romance) FIRE (a witch / firefighter romance) CURSEDNever cross a witch.Three brothers disover that the hard way when a vindictive witch locks them in stone.Witches be crazy...Meet the three gargoyles who guard at Vamps!SMOLDER (a vampire / firefighter romance)Ice blue eyes. Intense stare. Incredible accent.Vampire.Had she missed the signs? At the rock climbing gym, he's a harmless crush. But, when she runs into Michel at a goth club, her reality and fantasy worlds collide.FIRE (a witch / firefighter romance)Opposites attract in this steamy paranormal romance.Maya sees a stranger at Vamps. He's just her type--dark, brooding, and mysterious.Tristan avoids people due to his curse. But when he sees a woman dancing alone surrounded by an unusual glow, he must discover who she is and what gives her the radiating power...Escape into this steamy paranormal romance series today! less

We all have secrets. Some so closely guarded for the safety of ourselves — and others...Lily won't consider a permanent relationship. When she meets the singer of a rock band at an underground nightclub, she's disarmed by his sensual voice and mischievous good looks. After an icy introduction, Lily warms up to Nico's charms.He's a computer geek by day, and rock star by night. How could she resist such a combination?She can't — but must keep an emotional distance... moreWe all have secrets. Some so closely guarded for the safety of ourselves — and others...Lily won't consider a permanent relationship. When she meets the singer of a rock band at an underground nightclub, she's disarmed by his sensual voice and mischievous good looks. After an icy introduction, Lily warms up to Nico's charms.He's a computer geek by day, and rock star by night. How could she resist such a combination?She can't — but must keep an emotional distance. No one would understand her furry little secret. It could be dangerous. Especially during the full moon.Yet, she might be the one in danger...Ignite is a standalone shifter romance in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. less

On the run from a master vampire, young vampire Layla Black flees London to reinvent herself as the singer of an Eighties cover band in Boston. Devon St. Clair is the bounty hunter hired to track her down. As a shapeshifter with extraordinary skills, his reputation is known throughout the supernatural world. Capturing Layla should be an easy gig that will net a nice profit.The situation does not go as Devon plans. He wants Layla in his bed, but shapeshifters and vampires don’t mix... moreOn the run from a master vampire, young vampire Layla Black flees London to reinvent herself as the singer of an Eighties cover band in Boston. Devon St. Clair is the bounty hunter hired to track her down. As a shapeshifter with extraordinary skills, his reputation is known throughout the supernatural world. Capturing Layla should be an easy gig that will net a nice profit.The situation does not go as Devon plans. He wants Layla in his bed, but shapeshifters and vampires don’t mix. They should hate each other, but instead they’re keeping the sheets steamy. When circumstances force them on the run together, their preconceived notions are challenged. If they can evade those hunting them and convince his fellow shapeshifters to help her even though she’s a vampire, they just might have a chance to explore where all that hot, sweaty sex can take them. less

Dangerous Secrets and Forbidden love.Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.Ignite: (a paranormal shifter / rock star romance)A guarded shifter. A nerd turned rock star.And a forbidden attraction that can't be ignored...Lily won't consider a permanent relationship. That’s challenged when she meets Nico.He's a computer geek by day, and rock star by night. How could she resist such a combination?She can't... moreDangerous Secrets and Forbidden love.Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.Ignite: (a paranormal shifter / rock star romance)A guarded shifter. A nerd turned rock star.And a forbidden attraction that can't be ignored...Lily won't consider a permanent relationship. That’s challenged when she meets Nico.He's a computer geek by day, and rock star by night. How could she resist such a combination?She can't. But no one would understand her furry little secret. It could be dangerous. Especially during the full moon.Yet, she might be the one in danger...Burn: A vampire versus shifter enemies-to-lovers romanceA vampire on the run.A shapeshifting bounty hunter hired to capture her.Who will outsmart whom?Devon St. Clair, bounty hunter extraordinaire, is in hot pursuit of a thieving vampire. Vampires, he hated them. Shapeshifters and vampires didn’t mix.But Devon wasn’t counting on spitfire Layla being his target. She’s reinvented herself as an 80s rock singer--and when he finds her, she distracts him from his mission.The hunt is on. But, who will be predator, and who will be prey?If you like paranormal romance and 80s rock, don’t miss BURN! less

A gargoyle statue that's more than stone...Tracy can't explain why she's drawn to a mysterious statue in the Goth club where she bartends. Stranger still, she's been confiding her innermost secrets to it, as it it were an old friend. But, when her ex shows up one night, drunk and aggressive, the solid stone statue turns to living, breathing, and scorchingly sexy flesh...Gargoyle shifter Danton transforms to human form to protect Tracy, the woman he has yearned for... moreA gargoyle statue that's more than stone...Tracy can't explain why she's drawn to a mysterious statue in the Goth club where she bartends. Stranger still, she's been confiding her innermost secrets to it, as it it were an old friend. But, when her ex shows up one night, drunk and aggressive, the solid stone statue turns to living, breathing, and scorchingly sexy flesh...Gargoyle shifter Danton transforms to human form to protect Tracy, the woman he has yearned for. Now, he only has twenty-four hours before a curse returns him to stone. How can convince a woman who didn't know he existed to spend those precious hours with him?HEAT is a novella in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. Each features a different couple — and perhaps species! — and can be read on its own.Step into Vamps, a thrilling new world of steamy paranormal romance featuring sexy shifters, thirsty vampires, wicked witches, and gorgeous gargoyles. less

A computer geek turned rock star Mike is good at playing with two things--numbers and his guitar. People, not so much. So when he stumbles upon two women having fun in the shadows at an underground club, and a bouncer urges him to get one to safety, he's not sure how to respond. But, when he discovers she's been bitten and her neck is bleeding, something wakes inside of him. He's compelled to protect her... moreA computer geek turned rock star Mike is good at playing with two things--numbers and his guitar. People, not so much. So when he stumbles upon two women having fun in the shadows at an underground club, and a bouncer urges him to get one to safety, he's not sure how to respond. But, when he discovers she's been bitten and her neck is bleeding, something wakes inside of him. He's compelled to protect her. One night with a crush she'd never forget When Allana runs into Mike, the humiliation burns. It might have only been a fling last summer, but she didn't expect him not to recognize her. Well, she had enough going on in with her yoga studio to deal with guy drama. But, he insists she leaves Vamps with him. She wants to refuse, but he warns she's in danger... Blaze is a novel in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. Each book features a different couple--and perhaps different species!--and can be read on its own. Step into Vamps, a thrilling new world of steamy paranormal romance featuring sexy shifters, thirsty vampires, wicked witches, and gorgeous gargoyles.Scroll up and preorder your copy today at a special discounted price! less

Stone hard shifters…Features two gargoyle stories in the Underground Encounters series.HEAT – A gargoyle statue that's more than stone...Danton breaks from his curse to protect Tracy, the woman he has longed for. He only has 24 hours before he returns to stone.Can he convince her to spend it with him?BLAZE - A computer geek turned rock star…Mike is good at playing with two things--numbers and his guitar. People, not so much... moreStone hard shifters…Features two gargoyle stories in the Underground Encounters series.HEAT – A gargoyle statue that's more than stone...Danton breaks from his curse to protect Tracy, the woman he has longed for. He only has 24 hours before he returns to stone.Can he convince her to spend it with him?BLAZE - A computer geek turned rock star…Mike is good at playing with two things--numbers and his guitar. People, not so much. So when he stumbles upon two women having fun in the shadows at an underground club, and a bouncer urges him to get one to safety, he's not sure how to respond. But, when he discovers she's been bitten and her neck is bleeding, something wakes inside of him.He's compelled to protect her. But--why? less

Is the curse finally broken?That must mean the witch is dead.And he wouldn't have the satisfaction of destroying her himself...Lucan, a gargoyle shifter, is finally freed from his stone statue and ready to make up for lost time - a plan that starts with acting on his inexplicable attraction to the mysterious blonde who waltzes into the underground club where he works.Elise has hunted Lucan down for one purpose... moreIs the curse finally broken?That must mean the witch is dead.And he wouldn't have the satisfaction of destroying her himself...Lucan, a gargoyle shifter, is finally freed from his stone statue and ready to make up for lost time - a plan that starts with acting on his inexplicable attraction to the mysterious blonde who waltzes into the underground club where he works.Elise has hunted Lucan down for one purpose. No way can she allow herself to get distracted by his captivating presence and magnificent eyes.She blurts out the news: He's a father.He'd conceived a child with the witch who'd cursed him -- Elise's sister.This complication means she must ignore her attraction to him. A fling with him is strictly off-limits.But, when Elise needs his help to protect her niece and Lucan's daughter, that dangerous desire might be too difficult to resist... less

A gargoyle in need of a mission...The curse is finally broken,Yet, freedom never felt so empty.No longer confined to his stone form, gargoyle shifter Mattias yearns for a purpose. Feeling increasingly lost, he plans to search for his destiny elsewhere. But, a chance encounter with a wary woman roots him to the spot--for now.A werewolf in search of a cure.Rachel heads into an underground club to pick up an elixir--and runs into Mattias... moreA gargoyle in need of a mission...The curse is finally broken,Yet, freedom never felt so empty.No longer confined to his stone form, gargoyle shifter Mattias yearns for a purpose. Feeling increasingly lost, he plans to search for his destiny elsewhere. But, a chance encounter with a wary woman roots him to the spot--for now.A werewolf in search of a cure.Rachel heads into an underground club to pick up an elixir--and runs into Mattias. The attraction is strong, but her affliction has left her too damaged to pursue a relationship.Mattias and Rachel guard their secrets to protect their hearts. But, the cost is high. Will they be able to break through the darkness?Or are they doomed to carry the weight of their curses alone?Torch is a novel in the Underground Encounters series, set in a club that attracts supernatural creatures. Each book features a different couple--and perhaps different species!--and can be read on its own.Step into Vamps, a thrilling new world of steamy paranormal romance featuring sexy shifters, thirsty vampires, wicked witches, and gorgeous gargoyles! less

Accidentally matedBut it's every demon for herself.Escape with Selena and Daron in a steamy enemies-to-lovers paranormal romance!After I escape hunters and arrive in good Ol' Witch City, Salem, Massachusetts, I head to a gothic club to feed. But, the dumb-as-rock gargoyle bouncers kick me out. They've confused my scent with another demon's.But, I thought I was the last of my kind.Not good. We can't both hunt in the same territory, especially with his dangerous cavalier style... moreAccidentally matedBut it's every demon for herself.Escape with Selena and Daron in a steamy enemies-to-lovers paranormal romance!After I escape hunters and arrive in good Ol' Witch City, Salem, Massachusetts, I head to a gothic club to feed. But, the dumb-as-rock gargoyle bouncers kick me out. They've confused my scent with another demon's.But, I thought I was the last of my kind.Not good. We can't both hunt in the same territory, especially with his dangerous cavalier style. I track the incubus, but when I find him, Daron's irresistibly devilish nature makes me rethink my plan. For just one night...Will he want to play? Or consider me prey?One night. One encounter. It won't change anything, right?Only it does, and it's catastrophic. We've accidentally bonded.Which means I crave him. Only him. And all the time. A sucky curse for a succubus.How can we undo the damage without succumbing to the call--or worse, starving?SCORCHED is a standalone enemies to lovers romance in Lisa Carlisle's Underground Encounters series. Misunderstood heroes, forbidden romance, and fated mates await you!Enter Vamps, where you'll meet shifters, vampires, witches, gargoyles, and more.Escape a steamy world of paranormal romance today! less