Gabriels Engel

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Penniless and desperate to escape a mysterious stalker in London, Victoria Childers auctions off her virginity at the notorious House of Gabriel, a tavern catering to every carnal desire. However, Gabriel, the enigmatic proprietor who purchases her, has no interest in her innocence. Victoria soon learns she is a pawn, sent to Gabriel by the man who assaulted him fourteen years prior—a man Gabriel is determined to kill, no matter the cost. Drawn to the dangerous and emotionally guarded Gabriel, Victoria pledges to free him from his past. Their intense passion ignites a deadly game of desire and survival, where their only chance lies in each other. Praise for the work highlights its emotional depth and psychological complexity, noting the author's mastery in crafting an intense narrative. Critics admire the sparse yet powerful writing style and the unflinching portrayal of male-female dynamics within a dark and uncomfortable world. The story is described as more of a psychological thriller than a traditional romance, ultimately culminating in a satisfying resolution for Gabriel.