In the shadowy corners of 19th-century London, Theodore Bennett finds himself ensnared in a dark web of desire and despair. Convicted of murder, he escapes the gallows only to be sold into the depths of debauchery at the notorious Velvet Parlour Brothel. He adapts quickly to survive in the dimly lit world of clandestine pleasures by captivating patrons with his mysterious allure. However, his fate takes a sinister turn when he captures the attention of Lord Hadrian Mercer, a man as wealthy as he is malevolent. Known for his sadistic cravings and insatiable appetite for power, Lord Mercer purchases Theodore with a predatory hunger in his eyes. As Theodore becomes entangled in the bonds of Lord Mercer's dangerous tastes, he discovers a dark passion within himself that surpasses the boundaries of both pleasure and pain. Trapped in a world where shadows whisper secrets and desire tiptoes on the edge of danger, Theodore must navigate the treacherous path between submission and survival. Will he succumb to the intoxicating allure of Lord Mercer, or can Theodore find a way to break free from the chains of darkness that bind him? In this twisted tale of love and obsession, Theodore must confront the demons within him and unravel the mysteries of his own heart before it's too late. ━━━ This story is a dark, erotic romance thriller novel. It will contain possibly disturbing and triggering themes. Please read at your own discretion. A full content warning can be found in the Forward. Chapter content warnings will be included where necessary. Temporary Cover by @vinculi This book is only available on Wattpad and Royal Road. If you are reading it anywhere else, you are reading a stolen copy. ━━━ © 2024 Vincent Thorne. All rights reserved.
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