Betrayal, forbidden longing, and the inescapable pull of fate collide in a dark and seductive journey through a world of magic and ancient power.

When Ariana draws the attention of Clause, a powerful figure known for collecting those with rare gifts, she’s offered a choice that feels more like a command. What begins as a forced agreement quickly unravels into a tangled web of manipulation, secrets, and power.

As Ariana navigates the shifting rules of her new reality, Erik wrestles with his growing desires. Control is his currency, but Ariana refuses to be owned—and she’s becoming the one thing he can’t dominate.

When Clause whispers dangerous truths, will she trust him?
When Ariana takes the lead, will Erik follow?

How far will they go before everything burns?