The Devil You Know

“But the past has sharp teeth, and it sinks them into my long-dead heart.”

Think: a paranormal Hozier song mixed with a historical hotel romance

Stay awhile. Hedonism Hotel is open for business.

When Cam, the Demon of Lust, abandons the Underworld in search of the woman he fell in love with before he died, he doesn’t expect to find himself running Hedonism Hotel—an indulgent respite for those seeking a memorable night of dancing and debauchery. Yet, even amid the chandeliers and velvet curtains, Cam cannot help but be consumed by lust when he connects with Hedonism’s enchanting night manager, Giselle. Twisting his growing feelings into the guise of moving on, Cam struggles between sensations of guilt, desire, and... familiarity.

But eternity is not so easily forgotten.

As Lucifer tightens the leash that binds Cam to Hell and attempts to force his return, Cam soon must decide: will he surrender to the endless monotony of sin, or risk annihilation for a fleeting chance at love in the Mortal world?

Content warnings:

  • drinking

  • physical violence

  • forced confinement

  • explicit sexual encounters.

Tropes and vibes:

  • Demon x mortal romance

  • Forbidden desire… with consequences

  • Touch-starved MMC

  • A luxury hotel built on temptation—literally

  • Secrets that could ruin everything

  • The cat knows the secret before the MMC does

  • Atmospheric, sensual fantasy with not-quite historically accurate vibes

Contrary to my deepest desires, there aren’t many breezes in Hell. Instead, we have the kind of heat that one might get for a few days in New York City. A heat where only crows seem to take to the summer skies, while city cats and other creatures are kept contained and quiet as they wait for the day to wane into night.