Emerson is a wealthy man and one of the founders of the Salacious Players' Club, a private establishment catering to kink practitioners. He prefers Dominant-submissive sexual relationships and seeks a partner who responds well to praise. Estranged from his adult son, Beau, Emerson hopes to bridge the gap between them, a desire that leads him to interact with Beau's ex-girlfriend, Charlie.

Charlie is a young woman who works at a roller-skating rink to help support her mother and younger sister. After a difficult breakup, she goes to retrieve a security deposit from her ex-boyfriend's father, an encounter that unexpectedly introduces her to the world of praise kink. Accepting a job as a secretary, she begins exploring her sexuality and building her self-worth.

Beau is Emerson's adult son and Charlie's recent ex-boyfriend. He maintains a harsh, critical attitude toward Charlie and strongly disapproves of his father's involvement in a sex club. His discomfort with kink and his tendency to blame others for his problems create friction with both his father and his ex-girlfriend.

Sophie is Charlie's transgender younger sister and serves as her primary motivation for working hard. Following their father's departure, Sophie relies heavily on Charlie's support and protection. She is highly perceptive and acts as a grounding presence, often reminding her older sister to prioritize her own happiness.

Drake is the general contractor working on the completion of the Salacious Players' Club. He presents as "vanilla," meaning he does not openly practice kink, which makes him somewhat of an outsider among the club founders. His outgoing nature and casual flirtation often spark jealousy in Emerson.

Eden St. Clair, frequently known in the kink community as Madame Kink, is an established public figure and blogger who advocates for sexual liberation. She operates as a Dominant in her relationships and actively encourages women to seek their own pleasure without shame.

Garrett is Emerson's best friend and one of the founding members of the Salacious Players' Club. He actively assists Emerson in searching for compatible submissive partners and provides a listening ear regarding Emerson's personal dilemmas.

Jimmy is Charlie and Sophie's estranged father. He abandoned his family because of his anti-transgender prejudice when Sophie transitioned. His absence and rejection leave lasting emotional scars on his daughters, particularly fueling Charlie's fear of abandonment.

Gwen is Charlie and Sophie's mother. Following Jimmy's abandonment, she raises her daughters in a modest household, relying partly on Charlie's income to keep the family afloat. She is supportive of her children and protective of Sophie.

Hunter is a friend of Emerson's and one of the co-founders of the Salacious Players' Club. He shares the group's interest in creating a safe space for unconventional sexual expression following the loss of their entertainment industry jobs.

Isabel is Hunter's wife and part of the core social circle surrounding the Salacious Players' Club founders.

Maggie is one of the co-owners of the Salacious Players' Club and part of Emerson's close-knit friend group. She helps manage the club's daily operations and keeps a watchful eye on the staff.

Ronan is a wealthy member of the Salacious Players' Club who participates in the club's events and displays a competitive streak.

Monica is a sales rep who previously acted as Emerson's submissive. She maintains a professional relationship with the club and its founders, though her presence occasionally sparks jealousy.