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Black Hand

A Snarky Urban Fantasy Vampire Series
By Maya Daniels
Series: Infernal Regions For The Unprepared
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How do you take on the most powerful organization in the supernatural world? One death at a time. A thousand years in the making, the Council has finally created its strongest weapon. What they didn't expect? That she'd turn on them. Forged in the pits of... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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How do you take on the most powerful organization in the supernatural world? One death at a time.

A thousand years in the making, the Council has finally created its strongest weapon. What they didn't expect? That she'd turn on them. Forged in the pits of the underworld, Brooklyn plays her part all too well—until the assassination of her friend. It was meant to send her a message. Instead, it unleashed a rage that threatens the Council's very existence.

Unified by necessity and driven by revenge, Brooklyn joins forces with an unlikely trio: a vampire, a human, and a shifter. Together, they're set on destroying an ancient evil that has gone unchallenged for centuries. Each target tips the moral compass, blurring the lines between friend and foe.

The Council has finally met its match. And no one expects what happens next.

Black Hand is the gritty first book in the Infernal Regions for the Unprepared urban fantasy series. If you love strong female characters, fast-paced action, and snark for days, you won't want to miss this pulse-pounding adventure.

Praise for the Infernal Regions for the Unprepared Series:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ So easy to read and fast-paced.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I'm officially addicted to Maya Daniels' books.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great new fantasy world that I can't wait to dive into.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Amazing new fantasy series.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I would recommend this to anyone who loves a sassy heroine, vampires, shifters, and witches.

Series: Infernal Regions For The Unprepared

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  • Everlasting Fire
    An undead heart can still bleed if wounded by the right weapon. Brooklyn, lost in bloodlust, struggles to tell friend from foe as her deepest truths unravel, leading her further into darkness. Dominic, desperate to save the woman he respects, searches for a cure amidst her rampage. He believes Alice can reach Brooklyn's humanity, but if the plan fails, they...
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  • Lower World
    The bigger the secret... ...the greater the body count. Brooklyn never expected to be on the run—let alone with her unlikely companions. With the Syndicate closing in, survival means staying one step ahead. Luckily, with a cunning human and a formidable shifter by her side, she might have a fighting chance. Dominic doesn't trust Brooklyn, but the more danger they...
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  • Place of Torment
    Does Destiny deliver, or does Fate destroy? Brooklyn almost lost herself—and nearly took her best friend down with her. Struggling with guilt, she blames Dominic's reckless choices for the mess they're in. But she's not giving up. Not when Alice is still trapped in a life she never wanted. Alice has always wished to be something more than human. Now,...
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  • Black Hand
    Black Hand
    How do you take on the most powerful organization in the supernatural world? One death at a time. A thousand years in the making, the Council has finally created its strongest weapon. What they didn't expect? That she'd turn on them. Forged in the pits of the underworld, Brooklyn plays her part all too well—until the assassination of her friend....
    By Maya Daniels
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781036706593

Publisher: Vinci Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 September 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vinci Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 190

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About the Author

Maya Daniels, USA Today Bestselling and multi award winning supernatural suspense author, is a fun-loving woman with many talents. She traveled the world gaining life experiences that helped her career as an investigative journalist, as well as her storytelling. Maya writes compelling tales of magic, mythical creatures, loyalty, and life changing friendships with snarky female characters; much like herself. Her travels have taken her to Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and America. Born with her feet in motion, she currently resides in Ohio, spinning her next epic story that you will not want to put down. Her biggest ‘sins’ are her love of chocolate and coffee-through an IV drip! One to never sit still, Maya practices Reiki healing, reads about the arcane, talks to furry creatures more than humans, picks up a sledge hammer for home improvement, and travels with her family seeking her own next adventure. She loves talking to her readers, so feel free to reach out to her on her website or on Facebook.

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  • Everlasting Fire
    An undead heart can still bleed if wounded by the right weapon. Brooklyn, lost in bloodlust, struggles to tell friend from foe as her deepest truths unravel, leading her further into darkness. Dominic, desperate to save the woman he respects, searches for a cure amidst her rampage. He believes Alice can reach Brooklyn's humanity, but if the plan fails, they...
    By Maya Daniels
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  • Lower World
    The bigger the secret... ...the greater the body count. Brooklyn never expected to be on the run—let alone with her unlikely companions. With the Syndicate closing in, survival means staying one step ahead. Luckily, with a cunning human and a formidable shifter by her side, she might have a fighting chance. Dominic doesn't trust Brooklyn, but the more danger they...
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  • Place of Torment
    Does Destiny deliver, or does Fate destroy? Brooklyn almost lost herself—and nearly took her best friend down with her. Struggling with guilt, she blames Dominic's reckless choices for the mess they're in. But she's not giving up. Not when Alice is still trapped in a life she never wanted. Alice has always wished to be something more than human. Now,...
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