[1] The first novel was published in 2007 by Avon and took place in a world where supernatural creatures exist but are not known to the general public at large.

The series initially focused on the character of half-vampire, Catherine "Cat" Crawfield and her full-vampire lover, Bones.

After some initial reluctance on Cat's part, the two of them form a partnership to find and capture her father and eventually fall in love with one another.

Critical reception for Night Huntress has been predominantly positive, with Library Journal frequently praising the series.

[3][4] RT Book Reviews has also given frequent praise for the novels, with Eternal Kiss of Darkness winning its 2010 Vampire Romance Award.