Still reeling from the events of the past two weeks, Kate Murphy is ready for some rest and relaxation. But vampires—especially new ones—don't get much serenity in this crazy, supernatural world. Adding more stress and uncertainty to her already chaotic life, she’s needed back at the hospital as a cardiac nurse.

Now, Kate is not only dealing with the aftermath of being attacked and left for dead, transitioning, and her budding romance with Sorin, the undead master of Pittsburgh, but also facing off against a cranky health inspector and a travel nurse with an unruly attitude. As if that wasn't enough, Sorin's jealous ex comes back into the picture, making moments of her life a living hell.

Kate is quickly learning that a vampire's job is never done.