Zarek is my favorite Dark-Hunter next to Acheron. Zarek we learn has endured something know person should ever have to and the lack of acceptance from other Dark-Hunters and a subsequent banishment to the remote location of Alaska has left him nearly mad. 
 Astrid is a nymph of justice sent to decide if Zarek is irredeemable or not. As it turns out there is more at play as Astrid can't help but be drawn to the wounded man. 
 Wonderful romance, adventure and back story. Sometimes the back story was hard to take but then that is what makes you become so attached to Zarek. 
 Great book.