This trilogy of novels elevates the genre of S/M erotica... in storyline, character development, passion, and humor. The tales ring true, the dialogue achingly real, and the sex is as hot as you?d ever hope for. For the novice, the well-seasoned old-timer, and the simply curious alike, these books are the next best thing to being there.

The publisher writes: "The first volume in the landmark Marketplace Series, the books that set the standard for contemporary SM erotica. The adventures of those who inhabit an enticing alternative reality built around a slave based hierarchy. Realistic characters are daily confronted by questions of trust, honor, loyalty and duty, amidst an ambiance of pain and breathtaking eroticism.

"Aspiring to join the ranks of the exquisite Marketplace slaves, Sharon, Brian, Claudia, and Robert are accepted for training within this exotic sexual universe. A tale of passion and torment as the trainees struggle to overcome their shortcomings and prove their worthiness. Which candidate will survive the training meted out by the rigorous and unrelenting Chris Parker? And who will uncover the truth of their own deep need to submit?

"This new addition also contains an original short story, a must-read for fans of the series!"

278 pages, softcover