Still grieving at the loss if his wife in a coach-crash, father of two David Evans has no intention of remarrying. However, his eye is caught by a motorcycle, then when he buys one for himself, his eye is caught by the young woman who is selling it.
He's conventional. Very conventional. And single since his wife decided he was also boring. But then he meets a professional Dominant, and he... well, that's the story.
Several readers asked for Julia's take on her story. Here it is. How does a battered and abused submissive end up with Mister Conventional? Note. The codes do not reflect the main thrust of the story
Steve's wife cheated, and was unrepentant. His boss is unsympathetic, and he quits his job, buys a motorhome and motorcycle, and goes on the road as a freelance computer engineer. But then he picks up a hitchhiker who calls herself 'Pandora'. Nine chapters and the sex comes much later. / (Reviews)
In this case, the 'Lantern' is an architectural feature. It exists because of an ancient curse, which is finally to be dealt with. This is an 'Oscar' story, but the motorbike is a secondary element. Love, and magic, are far more important.
In a small coastal town, you may find a family-run tavern which once catered for fishermen and other sailors. A few maintain a traditional service, with home-brewed ale and excellent, sustaining food. There you may well find a warm welcome, even if you're a Goth, or a motorcyclist.
The site of the former Avro Aircraft Company is now a building site, but there remains a small museum, which is worth a visit. It became an objective for a ride on Oscar, my Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle.
