"There is a darkness within you, a stain that no amount of performance or pleasure can erase. Tell me, how did it feel to kill? To have the blood of another stained on your hands?" In 19th-century London, Theodore Bennett escapes execution only to be sold into the notorious Velvet Parlour Brothel, where he is drawn into the enigmatic and sinister world of Lord Hadrian Mercer. As he navigates a web of dark desires and hidden dangers, Theodore must confront a shadowy passion within himself while struggling for survival and freedom. ━━━ 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. Cover by @plutointhestars This book is only available on Wattpad. If you are reading it anywhere else, you are reading a stolen copy. ━━━ © 2024 Vincent Thorne. All rights reserved.
17 parts