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March 9, 2019: Now a published story, available in ebook and paperback on Amazon (free on KU!). The three first chapters will remain on Wattpad.

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Short-tempered Lana Martin is a workaholic consultant based in Tokyo. Not one to turn down a challenge, she accepts the indecent proposal of her martial arts instructor to become his submissive in a dynamic that tests her resilience. Spreading like wildfire, their affair lights up another blaze, this time between Lana and Honda's wife, the sophisticated socialite Yuki. Fearless, Lana embraces what her two masters offer her.

Yet, unbeknown to her, their powerful desire rouses ancient Japanese demons who have waited for decades to claim their prizes. Lana must confront the enemy eating her from within, while pulling back Honda from the edge of madness. Yuki's unwavering strength will keep them sane - but for how long? A two-edged sword, the trio's fiery passion will either destroy them or be the key to their salvation.

Wattpad Featured (June 2018)
Part of the Multicultural Romance Reading List of @WattMulticultural (Nov. 2018) and of the Chills and Thrills Reading List of @Paranormal (Jan. 2019)

🔥Black Ink Awards 2018, BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018 (Ultimate Winner), Deference
🔥Black Ink Awards 2018, BEST ROMANCE, Deference
🔥The Solstice Awards 2018, First Place,  General Fiction, Deference
🔥The Prism Awards 2018, Second Place, General Fiction, Deference
🔥The Talents Awards 2018, Second Place, General Fiction, Deference
🔥Rebel Wars 2018, Third Place, Historical/General fiction, Deference
🔥Asteria Awards 2019, Third Place, Adult fiction, DeferenceAll Rights Reserved

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