The Auction

Sadie Kincaid

The Auction

Sadie Kincaid
60 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2026

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Character List

Meet the key characters, with insights into their roles, motivations, and relationships—spoiler-free.

Major Characters

Imogen is a 21-year-old woman sold at a clandestine auction to atone for her late father's actions. Raised in complete isolation on her grandfather's estate, she has been strictly conditioned by her governess to be passive, suppress her emotions, and expect a life of subjugation. Despite her repressive upbringing and reliance on a childhood nursery rhyme to cope with fear, she begins to discover her own preferences and agency after being purchased by a reclusive billionaire.

Key Relationships

Captive and romantic interest of Lincoln Knight/Killian Wolfe

Granddaughter of Saul DeMotta

Ward of Larissa

Daughter of Luca DeMotta

Friend of Pierre

Taunted by Alec Brown

A wealthy, reclusive billionaire who purchases Imogen at the auction. He resides in Rooks Blood, a dilapidated Gothic mansion outfitted with high-tech security, where he orchestrates a violent, private war against the Brotherhood. Wearing masks to conceal his facial scars, he maintains an intimidating public persona that contrasts with his protective and tender treatment of Imogen.

Key Relationships

Captor and romantic interest of Imogen DeMotta

Employer and friend of Pierre

Ally of Edgar

Brother of Olivia

Former colleague of Luca DeMotta

Enemy of Alec Brown

A wealthy figure active in organized crime and Imogen's grandfather. Following the death of his son Luca, he struck a calculated bargain with the Brotherhood, agreeing to keep Imogen isolated until her 21st birthday, at which point she would be handed over to them as payment for his son's actions.

Key Relationships

Grandfather of Imogen DeMotta

Father of Luca DeMotta

Employer of Larissa

Supporting Characters

Lincoln's blind butler and sole resident employee. A former surgeon who lost his family, his sight, and his career to the Brotherhood's cruelty, he now manages the household and supports Lincoln's mission. He navigates the sprawling mansion with ease and provides a stabilizing, humane presence in an otherwise tense environment.

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Imogen's former governess and caretaker who raised her on Saul DeMotta's estate. She taught Imogen to suppress her emotions, adhere to a spartan diet, and view female pleasure as a weakness. Her rigorous educational methods were specifically designed to prepare Imogen for a life of total subservience.

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Caretaker of Imogen DeMotta

Employee of Saul DeMotta

A crucial ally who supports Lincoln's crusade against the Brotherhood from the outside. He sources vehicles, manages safe houses, and runs clean-up operations after Lincoln's violent confrontations. He is driven by his own tragic history with the organization.

Key Relationships

Romantic interest of Olivia

Protector of Esme

A low-ranking guard for the Brotherhood, categorized within their hierarchy as a "Pawn." He represents the casual cruelty of the organization, taking pleasure in frightening and humiliating the captive women before they are brought on stage to be sold.

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Imogen's late father and Saul's son. A former member of the Brotherhood who achieved the high-ranking status of a Rook, his violent death eighteen years ago left his three-year-old daughter at the mercy of the organization and his own father.

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Father of Imogen DeMotta

Former colleague of Lincoln Knight/Killian Wolfe

Lincoln's beloved late sister. Her murder by the Brotherhood eighteen years ago serves as the primary catalyst for the lifelong vengeance exacted by the men who loved her.

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Romantic interest of Edgar

An event organizer for the Brotherhood's clandestine auctions. He attempts to maintain protocol, order, and discretion among the wealthy clientele who attend the illicit sales.

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An antiques dealer based in New York. She utilizes her connections to source rare, expensive items for wealthy clients, operating with discretion.

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A young woman sold at the Brotherhood's auction as "Lot 17." Purchased by a drug dealer and taken to a rural farmhouse, she experiences severe trauma before fighting back during a rescue attempt.

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Captive of Henry Finch

A meth dealer who attends the Brotherhood's auction and purchases Leah. He keeps her imprisoned under armed guard at his rural property.

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Captor of Leah

A wealthy hedge fund manager and gun lobbyist who attends the Brotherhood's auction and purchases a young woman to hold captive at his residence.

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Captor of Esme

A young woman sold at the Brotherhood's auction. Kept under control via an electric shock collar, she seizes her opportunity for freedom and displays striking defiance upon being rescued.

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Captive of Adrian Farnham

Protected by Edgar

A high-ranking member of the Brotherhood (a Rook) who previously operated as a Knight. He faked his death and assumed the name Francis Davies, relocating to England while continuing to climb the organization's ranks.

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