Forsaken is the erotic short story prelude to the Masquerading at Midnight series.
Charlotte Ashton's life was perfect.
Swept off her feet at eighteen years old, her future looked golden and her status as a duchess assured.
But, the greatest betrayals come from those you trust the most.
Forced to do whatever was necessary to survive, she clawed her way up society's ladder using less orthodox means. Now, after a decade of lies and regret, she is ready to shed the mask she was forced to wear - that of Madame Celine de Vrais, London's most exclusive demimondaine.
Sometimes secrets refuse to remain quiet.
And Charlotte's past is returning to haunt her...
Note to readers: This is a 8,300 word erotic short story.