Fruit of the Flesh, I.V. Ophelia

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Behind the glamour of Gilded Age New York, a marriage of convenience between an artisan and a ballerina masks their shared appetite for revenge in this darkly seductive gothic romance.

In early 1900s New York, former ballerina Petronille De Villier makes an unconventional choice: Marry struggling sculptor Arkady Kamenev. For her, it’s an escape from her family’s unsavory legacy. For him, the De Villier name promises the patronage his art desperately needs. It should be a simple arrangement.

But beneath their marriage of convenience lurks a darker recognition. In each other, they see a reflection of their own dangerous appetites. As buried secrets surface and bodies begin disappearing, Petronille and Arkady discover their union runs deeper than social advantage. Their shared obsessions draw them into an intoxicating dance of predator and prey, though it’s never quite clear who is which.

Bound by law, God, and blood, they must decide if their monstrous natures will tear them apart or forge them into something terribly wonderful together. In a world where nothing is quite what it seems, two creatures of shadow learn that true love requires a taste for the macabre.

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Josilyn

"Probably Reading" Detachable Magnetic Kindle Case

Love it

Definitely worth the buy for a new kindle case!! ❤️❤️

05/27/2026

April Nicole Tibajares

Transparent Clear Kindle Case

Popular Clear Case

very friendly and always makes you feel comfortable enough to stay and go. Love the vibes!!

05/04/2026

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Blind Date with a Book | Special Order | Book Lover Gift

24hr Turn Around

She is actually sold out but I requested a special order as her bestie weeks in advanced and she created my BDWAB in 24hrs before pick up! Amazing customer service!!!

04/29/2026

Cee

Chaotic, Shantel Tessier

10/10 book.

By far, my 2nd favorite spade brother ❤️ this book had me in a chokehold. The themes in this book are not for the faint of heart, please read the trigger warnings. I can say hands down, that this bookhad me taking breaks because it was THAT heavy. I loved it, cover to cover.

04/28/2026

Cee

The Smut Syndicate

Always a pleasure shopping with Kat.

I always have a fun experience when shoppingat Smut Syndicate. It gives me great joy to walk into that safe space.

04/20/2026

April Nicole Tibajares

E-Reader Kindle Case

Lucky last one!🙏🏼

Lucky last one — finally found on island a case that fits my old kindle! 🥰😍🔥🙏🏼

04/01/2026