C. Faron’s “Measure of Strength” is a fascinating follow-up to Measure of Devotion. Jason Wadsworth is a young steel magnate in the public eye. He still harbors feelings for Kale the slave he sold, and is secretly troubled by his memories of him. When they get back together they have to have the fortitude to look for atonement and forgive one another. This adult romance tackles issues of love and resiliency while including explicit content.