"A Touch of Darkness" by Christina Dodd is a romantic fantasy novel that follows the story of Lyssa, a woman with the power to communicate with animals. She has spent her life in hiding, fearing the consequences of her abilities being discovered. However, when she is kidnapped by a mysterious man named Dare, Lyssa finds herself drawn into a dangerous world of magic and intrigue. As Lyssa and Dare embark on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of Lyssa's past and the true nature of her abilities, they must confront their own inner demons and navigate a treacherous web of betrayal and deceit. Along the way, they discover a powerful and forbidden attraction that threatens to consume them both.