Alex is a 28-year-old guard at a dungeon run by the Lord of the Realm. His reputation for cruelty precedes him, and he is always looking for ways to punish the prisoners at this awful and terrifying place. When Cody, a new prisoner, enters the dungeon for his sentence after a conviction of theft, Alex is instantly drawn to the 23-year-old man. This attraction not only comes from the new prisoner's boyish good looks but also from what Alex perceives is his keen understanding of the world and a sense of maturity and wisdom that goes well beyond his years. Alex starts by treating Cody with the same cruelty that he does the other prisoners, subjecting him to the occasional beating and other punishments to keep the young man in line. But when Cody makes the ultimate declaration to Alex-that the guard is not really a sadist-Alex begins to undergo an identity crisis from which he feels he might never recover. But Cody has many secrets he doesn't dare tell anyone, not the least of which is a special relationship with yet another prisoner-a relationship Alex fights to understand. When Alex's jealousy of Justin-the other prisoner with whom Cody has seemed to form a special bond-collides with Cody's quest to uncover the cruelty at the dungeon, everything starts to shift and Alex feels he might lose his mind. Will Alex and Cody form a hot and satisfying relationship despite Alex's insecurities? Is Cody really involved with another man, or are Cody and Justin just friends? Will Cody gather the information he needs for his clandestine endeavors, whatever they might be? Find out in . is the latest gay bondage and discipline work by the acclaimed M/M BDSM writer A.J. Moor. Moor employs erotic writing that caters to women and men who love gay bondage and discipline, as well as a sensual touch that will leave a smile on the reader's face. An Attempt at Cruelty is a happily ever after tale of two men who seem not to have a chance in the world at a true relationship. Only when Alex learns who Chris really is can the two of them move forward and live the romantic life of their dreams. Must be 18 to purchase. Contains graphic elements of gay sex, bondage, discipline, and prison violence. Not for the faint of heart. Please use discretion in making this purchase. "A.J. Moor has changed the face of erotic writing for those of us who love gay bondage and punishment romance. His work is fresh, and his approach is one that tantalizes the reader with highly graphic writing while respecting her or him with a real story that leaves the reader satisfied. is just such a work. Two thumbs up for ." - James Stalton, Las Vegas, NV