

The Cannibal - I V Ophelia - Gothic Romance - Sep 2026
Alina’s and Sylas’ finale is coming 1st of September 🕸️
The Poisoner Trilogy by I.V. Ophelia, comprising The Poisoner, The Arachnid, and The Cannibal, is an adult dark fantasy/Gothic romance series set in a grim, gaslit Victorian London. Blending Penny Dreadful-style creature features with high spice and morally gray characters, it is a fast-paced, unhinged dive into dark paranormal romance.
Core Warnings
Cannibalism: Acted upon and discussed throughout the book.
Gore & Graphic Violence: Explicit descriptions of horror elements, blood, physical harm, and bodily fluid consumption.
Eating Disorders: Heavy thematic focus related to vampirism and feeding dynamics, which may trigger those sensitive to disordered eating.
Reproductive Trauma: Discussions of past trauma (not depicted on-page).
Sexual Content & Kink Elements
Explicit, high-heat sexual scenes.
Dubious consent (Dub-con) and Consensual Non-Consent (CNC).
Bloodplay, knife play, and primal hunting/chasing themes.
Sadism, masochism, degradation, and impact play.