: Smith desires a legitimate heir but knows he cannot be faithful to a single partner due to his "adventurous appetites".
: Unlike earlier books in the series that featured threesomes, this concludes with a committed polyamorous HEA (Happily Ever After) between Smith, Moira, and Luke. Their Master by S.M. LaViolette
💡 : While it can be read as a standalone, Smith’s character is built up from Book 1, so reading the previous Victorian Decadence books provides more context for his evolution. : Smith desires a legitimate heir but knows
: A bisexual hero described as "sexually fluid" and "unconventional". He is a man of significant power with a dark, traumatic past that is fully explored in this installment. : A bisexual hero described as "sexually fluid"
: It deals with heavy subject matter, including "battered-childhood" trauma and complex ethical dilemmas.
: As their arrangement deepens, Smith must choose between his thirst for vengeance and his unexpected feelings for Moira. Key Characters