From USA Today best-selling author Sky Corgan comes the riveting prequel to the Flesh series, told from Lucian Reddick's point of view. Lucian Reddick has just lost his family in a tragic shooting. The pain he feels inside is almost too immense to bear, and he only knows of one way to drown it out. Sex is quickly becoming not enough, though. He needs something more. Something darker.

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To you, my name will always be Sir. “I want him. It infects every subconscious thought I have. Those two pale blue eyes, gazing down on me with desire. The feel of his hands wandering over my curves. The taste of his lips. The mint on his breath.” Amy Underwood can't seem to get over her scene with the gorgeous, blue-eyed Dominant at Flesh. While her thoughts linger on her wild weekend though, life continues on as normal. She has a job to do, and that involves convincing a very high-profile client that her company's services outmatch the competition. That's easier said than done when her mind is so distracted, and she's beginning to realize that everything she thought she wanted might not be what she needs. Heat level: Spicy! This is the second installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

The moment that Amy has been fantasizing about has finally arrived. She has Lucian Reddick all to herself, and he's definitely in the mood. Something doesn't seem right though. With a big contract hanging in the balance, being with him feels more like business than pleasure. Sometimes, a woman's mind is her worst enemy. Heat level: Hot! This is the third installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

How difficult can it be to resist one excessively hot Dom? Amy knew she put her job on the line when she slept with Lucian Reddick, but somehow her weakness paid off in spades. Now she'll be working side by side with the handsome surgeon to help redecorate his mansion. With her heart at stake, Amy swears she's going to keep their relationship strictly professional from now on. Not only does she tell herself that, but she also assures her co-worker, Derrick, who has been snubbed on the project due to Lucian's exclusive preferences. Things heat up when Amy is forced back into a situation that puts her and Lucian alone together. Will she be able to resist him like she promised, or will she fall apart at the seams again when he tries to dominate her? Heat level: Smokin' Hot! This is the fourth installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

Fleshfest is coming. Amy is completely torn up from her relationship with Lucian. One minute, he seems like he's actually interested in her. The next, he acts like she's nothing but a plaything to him. Amy can't handle it anymore, and she decides to take a stand. The outcome is unexpected, and Amy finds herself wandering further into Lucian's world than she ever imagined she'd go. Heat level: Mild This is the fifth installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

Fleshfest, a festival of all things kink related. Amy takes Lucian up on his invitation to attend and finds herself completely out of her element. She wanted to get a glimpse into his world, but what she sees makes her unsure of whether she wants anything more to do with Lucian or his dominating lifestyle. Heat level: Smokin' Hot! This is the sixth installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

He's like the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. I took a bite from him, and he poisoned me. Amy can't wait to find out the dirt on Lucian, but information doesn't come easy when alcohol plays into things. After a rather disappointing night at Fleshfest, Amy decides to make up for her bad time by trying to forget about Lucian and enjoy her three-day weekend. Thankfully, she doesn't have to spend it alone. Derrick drops by to celebrate landing the interior design contract with Lucian, but things quickly get out of hand. Heat level: Sweet This is the seventh installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

Amy is fed up with Lucian's games. Determined to put the final nail in the coffin of their strange relationship, she does the one thing that she knows will end them forever. Heat level: Hot This is the eighth installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.

The secret of the turned down pictures is finally revealed, and it brings Lucian and Amy closer than ever before. Things seem to take a turn in their relationship as he shows her that he can be vulnerable. No man can change so drastically in just one night though. Amy had hoped that her friends would be excited about this new turn of events. Derrick was going to be upset. That was a given. Amy never expected Janice's reaction though. Only time will tell if Lucian was being real when he confessed his feelings, or if he's just playing another game of manipulation. Heat level: Hot This is the ninth installment in an episodic series. Each installment is designed to be read in under an hour, so they're perfect for when you're waiting at appointments or have a few extra minutes to spare.