Some stories come from fire; others come from the quiet burn that refuses to fade. A Dance of Shadows is both.

This newest entry in the Bought for Pleasure series follows Elliot Shaw — a man defined by control, precision, and the image he shows the world — and Javier Cruz, a dancer whose movements speak a language Elliot’s never dared to learn. What begins as a transaction wrapped in desire becomes something far more dangerous: a connection that blurs every line between restraint and surrender.

Writing this story meant stepping into two very different kinds of loneliness — Elliot’s, shaped by duty and silence, and Javier’s, born from a life spent performing for everyone but himself. Together, they find a rhythm that’s equal parts chaos and comfort. Their story isn’t just about passion; it’s about learning when to let go, when to hold on, and how to trust someone enough to be seen — flaws, fears, and all.

A Dance of Shadows is about the push and pull between power and vulnerability — and what happens when both men realize that surrender might be the most intimate act of all. This one’s for anyone who’s ever been afraid to reach out, to feel, to be *known*. Their dance starts in darkness, but it’s only when the lights fade that the truth shines through.

A Dance of Shadows — available this Wednesday! 🥰