title: Jacob's Pony
author: Mason, Jude
description: In a world where man power takes the place of machine power, pony boys are the norm. Can a wealthy land owner fall for his steed?
  Society has finally decided that putting criminals in prison and forcing society to pay for their upkeep just isn't working. So a three-strikes-and-you're-out law is created. On the third strike, the convict is sentenced to lifelong slavery. He or she loses all rights and is sold to the highest bidder. The only rule for the buyer is he, or she, can't end the life of the slave.
  Jacob Scott is a landowner and slaveholder. He's single, dashing, gay and very much into treating his slaves well. He's just bought a shipment of slaves and one of them, David, catches his eye. The attraction grows, and as the slave is put through his paces, their lust turns to a more tender affection. When David declares his innocence, Jacob wonders if he might be telling the truth.
  How can a wealthy landowner trust a convicted felon? Can a slave truly find a way into his master’s heart?