Something Wicked (Idle Reputations)

About this book

In the war-torn nation of Avon, the Uprising has toppled the monarchy, leaving a power vacuum that demands a brutal price for leadership. To secure his place in the country’s first presidential election, Callum—the son of the deposed king—must fulfill a grim requirement: he must execute the former monarch of his province. Haunted by the weight of this task and burdened by a deep-seated mistrust of the magically Gifted, Callum seeks an unlikely alliance with Lady Caterine. Cate is a mesmerizing courtesan at the elite club *La Puissance*, possessing a rare magical ability to manipulate the emotions of those who experience an orgasm in her presence. She is the key to unlocking the emotional resolve Callum needs to commit his fated act. However, as they navigate a high-stakes partnership, an undeniable, volatile chemistry ignites between them. Featuring a tense enemies-to-lovers dynamic, this spicy fantasy romance forces Callum and Cate to confront their prejudices and secrets. As a dark, mysterious force begins to fester within the walls of *La Puissance*, they realize their connection may be the only thing standing between Avon and total annihilation. To save their world, they must risk everything, even if it means betraying one another.