When Vampire Hunter Anita Blake confronts her ultimate challenge in The Harlequin, terrifying, powerful creatures feared even by the centuries-old vampires, rivals Jean-Claude, Master Vampire of the City, and Richard, the alpha werewolf, must become allies, while shapeshifters Nathaniel and Micah, and Edward, the man who has always been there for her, must also join in the fight. 250,000 first printing.