Snake Pit Series by Daniel May

Alternate cover edition of ASIN B08W3VKPGWSometimes finding love requires a compromise of the soul.In The Mirror, Iras is an antique shop owner who lives quietly alone... until he unpacks a mysterious mirror with a secret passenger. The spirit trapped in the mirror seems innocent, fragile, and Iras dedicates himself to its restoration just as he would restore an old piece of furniture.As the restoration goes on, Iras begins to realize that the work is taking a toll on him... moreAlternate cover edition of ASIN B08W3VKPGWSometimes finding love requires a compromise of the soul.In The Mirror, Iras is an antique shop owner who lives quietly alone... until he unpacks a mysterious mirror with a secret passenger. The spirit trapped in the mirror seems innocent, fragile, and Iras dedicates himself to its restoration just as he would restore an old piece of furniture.As the restoration goes on, Iras begins to realize that the work is taking a toll on him. He develops nosebleeds and has nightmares. He begins to crave raw meat, the only thing that sustains him as the spirit in the mirror grows stronger and clearer with every passing day.By the time Iras realizes the true nature of his companion in the mirror, it's too late to save himself... but Iras is no longer sure if he wants saving.In The Vestal, Hae Drusa is a possession of the cruel lord Lan. Drusa's virginity gives him special properties; his very presence protects the land and the people in it, ensuring healthy children and flourishing crops. As long as Drusa remains a pure vestal, lord Lan's realm will prosper.Temptation inevitably arises in the form of a visitor from beyond the borders. Maes Hill, a foreign lordling with an air of the strange about him, quickly bewitches Drusa into a chaste romance. Drusa, afraid of the consequences, insists on maintaining his virginity, and Maes Hill is patient. He swears not to touch Drusa until the vestal decides to escape his captivity.The innocent affair can't last forever. When lord Lan discovers Drusa's secret companion, he punishes Drusa by taking him to a brothel and showing him exactly what happens to vestals who lose their status.Horrified, Drusa snaps. He's willing to sacrifice his sanctity for the mysterious Maes Hill, too scared to do anything but fall into his arms... but he has no idea what sort of arms he's submitting himself to.Hooked by his Horns is a two-story collection of erotic horror, 17k words altogether. Both stories contain violence, dark themes, and potentially upsetting content. Please mind the warnings contained in the foreword. less

“How many times do I have to throw you out of here?” “At least once more.”The Snake Pit is a club like many others, bustling with sin and drugs. The owners, bouncers, and bartenders live in the thick of it. Other occasional visitors, living otherwise in the light of day, only get a glimpse.Wants and Needs follows men of the Snake Pit in three erotic short stories, ranging from intense, rough encounters in the club bathroom to distant library sex... more“How many times do I have to throw you out of here?” “At least once more.”The Snake Pit is a club like many others, bustling with sin and drugs. The owners, bouncers, and bartenders live in the thick of it. Other occasional visitors, living otherwise in the light of day, only get a glimpse.Wants and Needs follows men of the Snake Pit in three erotic short stories, ranging from intense, rough encounters in the club bathroom to distant library sex.The stories are linked by common characters but can be read independently. Each easy bite of kinky, contemporary smut is headed with a list of highlighted kinks and any relevant trigger warnings. less