The Vampire Diaries: The Return: Shadow Souls

New York Times bestselling series

The Return: Shadow Souls is the sixth book in L.J. Smith’s New York Times bestselling Vampire Diaries series.

Elena Gilbert is once again at the center of magic and danger beyond her imagining. And this time, Stefan isn’t there to help. Stefan is held prisoner in the Dark Dimension—a world where vampires and demons roam free, and where humans are at the command of their supernatural betters. To save the man she loves, Elena is forced to trust her life to his handsome, but deadly brother Damon. Damon has never concealed his love for Elena, and as the tension between them rises, Elena must face a terrible decision: which brother does she really want to be with?

The Return: Shadow Souls is perfect for fans of the hit CW TV show The Vampire Diaries, as well as fans of the original New York Times bestselling series who can’t wait to see what happens next with Elena, Stefan, and Damon.

• Enemies to Lovers: To save Stefan, Elena must rely on his deadly older brother, Damon. He’s never hidden his desire for her, but can she trust him with her life—and her heart?
• Forced Proximity: Thrown together on a dangerous journey into a supernatural realm, Elena and Damon must navigate their rising tension and simmering chemistry as they hunt for a way to save the man who stands between them.
• A Perilous Quest: Elena’s mission will take her into the dreaded Dark Dimension, a terrifying world where supernaturals rule, humans are prey, and evil kitsune spirits hold the key to Stefan’s freedom.
• Demons and Vampires: From the cunning fox spirits who trapped Stefan to the deadly inhabitants of the Dark Dimension, this urban fantasy is packed with supernatural danger at every turn.