Circles ( quicksand 2)
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Last published Tue, Mar 31, 2026
Joy's life has become a beautiful, terrifying trap. She is no longer just a spectator in Adrik's world; she is the heartbeat of it. But as the shadows of the empire grow longer, she realizes that being his "soul" means being the only one who can truly destroy him or be destroyed by him.
Join Joy on her journey to freedom, surviving life with Adrik who sees her as his most prized obsession.
Expect a story of high-stakes betrayal, the slow burn of a woman finding her power, and a lot of smut as Adrik's obsession translates into a raw, carnal hunger that leaves no part of Joy untouched.
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