When vampire hunters discover the Count Lucian, he must go on the run. In the mountains, he finds the god of vampires, who is disappointed in Lucian for being outsmarted by humans. As punishment, he is transformed into a human until he can pass a trial of cunning and charm: Lucian must win the heart of a marquess without the supernatural powers he’s grown accustomed to.

Unfortunately, Lucian isn’t prepared for the emotions that come with humanity, nor the treacheries of courting season with its competing potential suitors posing as friends, enemies, and wholly unsuitable romantic distractions. To succeed, Lucian will need to help the very humans he was meant to deceive. But to win the life he wants, he'll have to decide if being a vampire is worth giving up the friendship and love he’s found.