'A Grave Mistake rewrites the history books through a feminine lens. This second chance, enemies to lovers tale will have readers wishing they were as skilled, determined and resilient as the heroine.'
Description
A cosy paranormal romance featuring enemy vampires who were once lovers, a meddling book club, a compelling murder mystery and endless cups of tea, from the bestselling author of Fangs for Nothing.
Arabella Lestrange is the most notorious dancer in Paris’ underground vampire cabaret – until she falls for human Gideon Blake and he ruins her afterlife. Fleeing Paris, she relishes the certainty that Gideon’s cheeky, devil-may-care personality will eventually land him six feet under.
But 150 years later, Arabella bumps into Gideon and discovers he’s now a vampire too. This time, she’s determined to make him pay. And she likes her revenge as she likes her coffee: long, dark and dripping with blood.
If only her meddling book-club friends would stop scheming to get them together. Arabella is happy being alone, and she doesn’t need anyone. Especially not the annoyingly charming billionaire who broke her heart …
When you can hold a grudge for eternity, is giving love a second chance a grave mistake?
Pages448
Released2026
LanguageEnglish
PublisherSimon & Schuster Australia
ISBN9781761633942
SellerSimon & Schuster
About the author(s)
Steffanie Holmes is a USA Today bestselling author of paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and supernatural mysteries. Her books feature clever, witty heroines, dark and gothic settings, cunning witches, and a dash of sadistic humour. Before becoming a writer, Steffanie worked as an archaeologist and museum curator. From Dark Age Europe to crumbling gothic estates, Steffanie is fascinated with how love can blossom between the most unlikely characters. Steffanie lives in New Zealand with her husband, a horde of cantankerous cats, and their medieval sword collection. Learn more about Steffanie at her website: www.steffanieholmes.com.
Reviews
‘Fans of Steffanie Holmes have come to expect her kooky, spooky storylines, and characters that suck you in with their depth and humour. A Grave Mistake delivers on every point, and then some. If you’re looking for a unique story that successfully blends humour, swoony romance, cosy modern fantasy and top-shelf spice, A Grave Mistake is it. One of my top reads of 2025, hands down.’
Samantha Lovelock, author of Fragile Things
‘Steffanie has created a vibrant and fantastical world full of powerful women, humour and addictive storytelling. Vampires, puns and a hysssterical cast of characters make this book a must read.’
Catherine Banks, USA Today bestselling author of Royally Entangled
‘This glorious, heart-wrenching and hilarious vampire love story had me in an absolute chokehold. Exceptionally well-crafted, richly descriptive, cosy and charming – and so very hard to put down. More please!’
Lauretta Hignett, author of Immortal
‘A cosy masterpiece of warm vibes, hot vampires, and chilly murders investigated by a loveable, kooky, kickass book coven. You'll fall in love between the covers!’
Eileen Mueller, USA Today bestselling author of Dragon Shifters’ Hoard
‘Vampires are already high on my heat-o-meter, but add in a 147-year relationship enemies-to-lovers gap twice over, a jewel heist and a stalker who just won’t quit ... A Grave Mistake is a one-night steamy paranormal read and no mistake at all.’
Sofia Shelley, author of Dead Poets Sorority
‘Stephanie Holmes’ A Grave Mistake is populated with intriguing characters, each bursting with distinct personality. The quirky one-liners and sharp wit linger long after the final page, cementing another amazing read from a master of the genre.’
Sue Carpenter, author of 40 Watts from Nowhere
‘Delightfully wicked, witty, and oh-so-sexy – because vampires! – A Grave Mistake is damn good fun. No one blends cosy fantasy with gothic kookiness and delectable spice quite so perfectly as Steffanie Holmes!’
Amy Rose Bennett, author of The Nanny’s Handbook to Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes
