Hearts in Purgatory by Jay Da Silva

In California’s Sierra Nevadas, where supernaturals walk among us, a ghost’s quest for truth, a witch’s prophecy, and a bear-shifter’s lust for power entangle, challenging the boundaries between life and death, love, and ambition.

Robert Smith Tardot III awakens in the cemetery to discover he’s a ghost. With the help of his rebellious son, Dez, Robert must piece together his mysterious death in 1853, unearth the truth surrounding his estranged wife, and do so before his body is exhumed to build a casino hotel.
When Dez is approached by his lost love, the enigmatic witch Celina, he can’t resist the chance to rekindle old flames. She proposes a daring plan to lift Robert’s ghostly curse, and together, they embark on a journey to open a portal to the afterlife. But will their shared mission reignite dormant passions or lead to deeper heartache?
Enter Rio Juarez, a bear-shifter with a troubled past. Intent on expanding his dominion over the Sierra Nevadas, including a new casino hotel, Rio enlists the help of Colt Greyson, a charismatic demon. But Colt struggles with his own ambitions, Rio’s unrequited affections, and the allure of a naive yet captivating human city councilwoman.
Hearts in Purgatory details a rich immortal world. With its gripping action sequences, steamy love scenes, witty banter, and lovable characters, this paranormal romance is a rollercoaster of love, friendship, and familial bonds. Escape purgatory and immerse yourself in the realm of the Sierra Nevada Immortals with this debut installment.