Have
you heard?
Bad
Things – Hunger by Cassandre Dayne is available to pre-order now at All
Romance E-Books
Proving once again that there is a reason
she is affectionately referred to as the Mistress of all things naughty, Hunger is the first book in the Bad Things series.
Due for
release June 14th, order your
copy now!
BAD THINGS – HUNGER
By
CASSANDRE DAYNE
Synopsis:
In the conservative southern town
of Charlestown South Carolina no one knew what was hiding in plain sight. Bad Things was not only a highly kinky
sexuality training facility catering to the upper echelon of bible-thumping
politicians, but was run by a woman most would consider to be a monster.
Anastasia Lucard was a tough
taskmaster, in business and in pleasure. A very respected Dominatrix, she
indulged in the practice of owning two slaves who catered to her erotic prowess
as well as those of her clientele. She was also a very powerful and dangerous
Were-Tiger poised to take over her family’s legacy.
Healing Souls was a well-respected
religious group run by a savvy man who had his sights set on the Whitehouse.
Determined to rid the city of vermin such as Bad Things, Christian Sowers made no bones about the fact he was
going to destroy Anastasia and all she stood for, but he held secrets close to
his heart. Unfortunately, Christian underestimated Anastasia’s Pride and their
need to keep humans in check.
What no one knew was that an
ancient group – believed to be direct descendants of the Devil – was ready to
take back their rightful claim and control of the city, no matter the cost of
human lives. As a series of horrendous mutilations put the city on notice of
the evil swirling around them, only Anastasia could stop the slaughter.
Unfortunately, a series of lies
and deceit brought the two factions together in a way that could destroy all
they knew. As a mystery slowly began to unfold, more lives were lost and
Anastasia was forced to face a dark horror kept from her for years.
Excerpt to tease:
I will hunt you down and
finish what I started and this time you will die.
Anastasia Lucard’s breath caught as she stood glaring at the
elevator, her hands shaking. This was the second time in as many days she’d
heard the words. But had she really heard them? Turning her head slowly, she
scanned the almost empty foyer of the steel office building as a trickle of
fear raced down her back. It wasn’t like her at all to be terrified of ghosts
but this one was back with a vengeance and ready to take her on until she and
her kind were forced into oblivion.
She inched toward the bank of elevators and could swear she heard a
dark chuckle from behind her. As she emitted a low growl she could feel her
beast rise to the surface. Now wasn’t the time to lose control with several
clients still in the upper chambers. Still, she was tired of being followed and
being taunted. Her heels clipping on the marble floor she strode toward the
elevator, slapping her hand on the up
button. She tried to put the pieces together and had a distinct feeling she
knew why this was happening now, but she was more than weary of fighting her
nightmares and the damning visions, which seemed to haunt her every day. This
was no way to live. Out of the corner of her eye a lone figure grabbed her
attention. Anastasia stole a glance and had to admire the sexy man who gave her
a smile and a silent nod before heading out into the darkened night.
Recognition set in that she’d seen him before. “Tall, tanned and handsome” must
work in the building. Then again, there were several tenants, though none
nearly as stunning. Why did seeing him unnerve her?
Come on. Hurry the hell up. Willing the elevator wasn’t going to do the trick. She
contemplated using the stairs but refused to allow irrational fears to
overwhelm her. After all, she was a creature of the night. Chuckling, she heard
the ping of the elevator and for a moment could envision the sensuous creature
at her beck and call. Her lurid thoughts of fucking him hard gave her a shiver.
Stepping inside the steel box she eased against the back wall, the
cool comfort of the wood paneling allowing her to exhale. Unfortunately she
knew she was going have to face her ugly demons soon enough but she was
terrified of the end. Swallowing hard, Anastasia brushed her hands through her
damp hair and stepped off the elevator into the quiet of no activity. Her firm
took up the entire floor and the unassuming entrance indicated nothing
provocative went on behind the closed doors. Bad Things hid in plain sight.
Oh what the good people of Charleston, South Carolina didn’t know
wouldn’t drag them into the fiery pits of hell. Right? Licking her lips she
pulled out her keys and was determined to finish out the night with a smile on
her face – even if it killed her. Entering the facility, she could hear the
soft strains of Spanish guitar coming from the speaker system located in the
main salon. Anastasia tossed her things into her office and thought about the
guest list for the evening. Senator Pyle was among the top of the who’s who of
the rich and famous venturing through her hallowed doors. Usually she
maintained a low profile but given the recent turn of events with some veiled
threats, she knew it was a good idea to make sure the powerful politician was
aware that she controlled his destiny. Whether or not he liked the fact simply
didn’t enter into the equation.
If that wasn’t exciting enough, we
are also pleased to announce that Dazzle by Cassandre Dayne is due out on June 19th.
This multicultural ménage has all the ingredients you
come to expect from Ms. Dayne. So make sure you put Dazzle on your TBR.
DAZZLE
By
CASSANDRE DAYNE
Synopsis:
Shane
Whitlow owns one of the best advertising firms in town. Dazzle, Inc. is savvy,
on fire and includes the wealthiest customers in the business. His competition
fears his ruthless tactics and some say the man will go to hell.
Jade
Chen and Lisa Lin are his best employees and at odds with each other for the
position of Vice President. Both would do almost anything Shane asked, even if
it means slipping into his bed.
Enjoying
the pleasures of the flesh, Shane indulges in both women on a regular basis
even bringing them together for wild weekends of unbridled sex – the only
relationship he can handle. Haunted by a tortured past, he’s incapable of love.
Unfortunately
for one girl, her boss’ brutal business tactics become too much when she’s
required to help destroy Dazzle’s only competition. Sickened, she begins a
scheme of her own, uncovering a sordid past. As her own dark needs drives her
into the arms and bed of another man, the completion makes an offer she can’t
refuse.
As the
plan envelopes, embroiling the unlikely ménage in a twist of fate, Shane, Jade
and Lisa are forced to make choices none of them can understand. Unfortunately
the past tragedies resurface, threatening their very souls.
Faced
with his brutal demons, Shane realizes the error of his ways but it is too late
to change or will he lose the one woman he’s learned to love?
Excerpt:
“You will learn from me as you would any Master and yet I will
forever be the man who owns you. I will train you as you need to be trained and
in turn you will become my slave.”
Shane snarled as he glared at the man, the monster who had tortured
him for months. Rage boiled within him to the point he no longer cared what
happened. Grinning, he spit hot bile across the man’s face and was delighted to
see a shocked expression.
Simply wiping his cheek, the Master lifted his head. Snatching
Shane’s cock and balls, he twisted them until Shane screamed in agony.
“Aaaahhh!” Blinding anguish coursed through his body.
The Master closed the distance until his face was merely two inches
away from Shane’s. “I will forgive your impetuous infractions this one time as
you have suffered a loss. Your friend was a traitor and received what he
deserved. No matter. Today you will become mine.” Nodding to the two guards
waiting in the shadows, he instructed in his native tongue as he folded his
arms.
Terrified, Shane refused to allow the man to see just how much. As
he was jerked to the steel table and forced onto his back, he struggled but
knew it was no use. The feel of the cold metal against his sweat-laden skin
gave him a series of shivers. He clenched his fists as both wrists were
manacled and thumped his head against the table.
The Master said nothing as Shane was chained to the method of
torture. He glided toward a small cabinet and opened both doors slowly.
Selecting an instrument, he turned slowly and held the ancient piece out in
front of him. Nodding in reverence, he mumbled in Chinese before moving toward
Shane.
Out of the corner of his eye Shane could see the weapon and couldn’t
help the small gasp of anguish that flowed from his mouth. As the two guards
lifted and secured his legs he was left completely immobilized. A rush of panic
washed through his system and as he watched the man, his Master heating the
sharpened point he sucked in his breath.
“You fought bravely and well and yet you’re the weaker again. We’ll
make you strong, boy. Eventually.” The Master continued his practiced chat in a
low timbre as he slowly walked toward the open fire. Placing the entire length
of the blade into the flames, he lowered his head.
It wasn’t so much the thought of the horrors that would be inflicted
on him but the crackling sound he’d always remember in his nightmares. As he
watched his Master come near, he arched his back, straining to meet and accept
his punishment.
The Master stood in front of him, holding the blade as he nodded,
every movement clearly defined by the ancient teachings. Saying a few
additional words, he lifted the blade.
As the heated steel sliced through his skin, Shane was brought to
the perfect dichotomy of anguish and ecstasy. He knew this was his place in the
world.
Contact Cassandre Dayne at the
following places:
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2 comments:
Cassandre Your books are hot. No wonder you enjoy such success. Congrats on two more fabulous books.
Thanks for having me sexy man and Pablo - thank you so much for your lovely comment!
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