In a post-apocalyptic nation, the Colonel, Maxim, is a dictator in control of the Ruins, in what used to be NYC. He rules with an iron fist and takes what he wants, when he wants. What he wants is Iolanthe, and he'll do anything to get her. Iolanthe grew up homeless and on the streets with a mother that didn't care for her. It was dangerous, but she never feared anything. Somewhere in the background, she always knew she was protected. By who, she never knew. The fact that she's Pure, a woman whose fertility wasn't affected by the global virus, doesn't help matters. She's targeted by everyone, but especially Maxim. At his whim, will she come to accept her fate, or will her mother's warnings keep her from acquiescence? PUBLISHER'S NOTE: This is a dystopian dark romantic fantasy for adult readers 18+ only. It's rough around the edges, and promises the unexpected. Part of a series, there's a cliffhanger, but by the end of the series, there will be a HEA or HFN. Possible triggers are power exchange, non-consent or dubious consent, and adult themes. Read at your own discretion. This is Book 1 in the SEDUCTION & DESIRE series, and includes a sneak peek at Book 2!