Title: The Dominion and the Sugilite
Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5
Author: B.J. Frazier
Publication Date: March 17 to May 19, 2024
Genres: Erotica
Protagonist Gender: Various
The Dominion and the Sugilite is a serialized erotic science-fantasy soap opera by B.J. Frazier, one set on a female-ruled planet where the power exchange is the foundation of a fantasy-themed society fueled by the magic of gems known as sugilite.
Over the course of these first 5 installments, Frazier provides an introduction to the world, its history, and its characters, while setting up the relationship dynamics and social/political interactions. There's a lovely mix of science fiction and fantasy to the story that reminds me of 70s pulp novels, but with a more contemporary (and explicit) FLR/femdom theme.
Like any soap opera, the series contains multiple plot threads that overlap and interact in sometimes surprising ways. There are stories of multiple generations, both young and old; humans, satyrs, and centaurs; Dommes, submissives, and those caught in between; rulers, judges, professionals, and citizens; and lovers, slaves, clients, and porn stars. Some of the connections are obvious from the start, while others take a while to develop, but in each case, they become deeper and more complicated as the series progresses.
With 5 episodes available, I'm cautious about spoiling anything, but there are a few things I feel compelled to fangirl about. One is the portrayal of inter-species relations, sex work, and the power dynamic, with a visually stunning betrayal of a dominant centauress in virtual reality - and the long-reaching consequences of that act. Another is the exploration of forbidden desires, contrasting the scandalous refusal of a young woman to dominate her boyfriend with that of the naughty desires of two women whose relationship requires one to be submissive. And then there's the uproar around the sensual, sexual, succulent dessert at a restaurant, which leads to a hedonistic orgy that threatens to upset the balance of power.
Like anything B.J. Frazier writes, this is fun and clever, with the power-exchange elements well thought-out (especially where she subverts it). The scenes of worship, submission, and punishment are exquisite, but it's partly because she invests the characters with such personality that you buy into the dynamics.
I cannot wait to see where the subsequent chapters take us.
Rating: ♀ ♀ ♀ ♀ ♀
My sincere thanks to the author for sending me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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